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A $200,000 mistake led to dismissal, but the Fair Work Commission says the employer got it wrong.

A year after a multi-vehicle crash brought on a worker’s mental health issues and rendered her unable to do her job, she was sacked, and complained of unfair dismissal.

An employer assumed a worker had resigned, but that assumption set off a dispute that reached the Fair Work Commission. The case shows how risky it can be to rely on assumptions instead of clear communication.

If you are running a small business and believe you need to dismiss an employee on the spot, what rules must you follow to comply with the law? Read more about the steps you should follow.

Learn all you need to know about disciplinary warnings, policies and procedures, and proper process under Fair Work dismissal laws.

The Fair Work Commission ruled that a positive drug test doesn’t automatically justify dismissal, highlighting that each case must consider all circumstances, including potential impairment risks and employee history.

An engineer’s refusal to share work methods and team disputes led to dismissal—but the Fair Work Commission found flaws in the employer’s process.

When a worker was sacked following multiple allegations of discrimination and bullying, she claimed unfair dismissal.

The Fair Work Commission found the dismissal of an HR Manager disproportionate to her workplace misconduct, highlighting the importance of fair processes and support during promotions.

After a worker’s unacceptable behaviour got him sacked, the Fair Work Commission found the inadequate process rendered his dismissal unfair, but that the employer could no longer trust the worker.