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Positive drug test doesn’t always justify dismissal
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.
Summary dismissal: how to comply with the rules
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.
Disciplinary warnings, processes under Fair Work dismissal laws
Learn all you need to know about disciplinary warnings, policies and procedures, and proper process under Fair Work dismissal laws.
“Uncooperative” employee awarded $20,000 for unfair dismissal
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.
Unjust Dismissal: Reinstatement Ordered After ‘Brain Snap’ Text
A “brain snap” text gets a Queensland worker unfairly dismissed—until a tribunal steps in. What went wrong, and why did the worker get a second chance?
Bullying allegations did not stand up – dismissal unfair
When a worker was sacked following multiple allegations of discrimination and bullying, she claimed unfair dismissal.
Rushed process made dismissal for sexual harassment unfair: FWC
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.
Unfair Dismissal: Employer’s Failure To Provide Evidence Of Misconduct Leads To Reinstatement
The Fair Work Commission ruled that an electrician was unfairly dismissed after his employer chose to exclude a key witness from the investigation, resulting in a lack of evidence for the alleged misconduct.
Was Dismissal Forced? Commission Decides
A worker who felt she was forced to resign lost her unfair dismissal case when the Fair Work Commission found she wasn’t pushed, she jumped.
Dismissal of HR Manager was “disproportionate” despite misconduct
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.