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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.
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.
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.
Conduct policies not explained properly so dismissal unfair
A dismissal was deemed unfair after a 20-year employee violated workplace conduct policies he didn’t fully understand.
Worker abused colleagues, but dismissal still unfair
Despite having a valid reason for dismissal, a tribunal has upheld a worker's unfair dismissal claim after finding the employer failed to follow procedural fairness.
Employee Wins $27K for Unpaid Wages in Rare Dismissal Case
An employee who was rarely paid on time has been awarded $27,000 after the Fair Work Commission ruled she was forced to resign due to ongoing underpayment.
Is a positive drug test enough to justify dismissal?
A recent Fair Work Commission ruling questions whether a positive drug test alone can justify dismissal.
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.
Refusal to sign less favourable employment contract resulted in unfair dismissal
The Fair Work Commission found that the dismissal was unfair, awarding him $42,552 in compensation.