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A workplace breath test demand led to a costly unfair dismissal ruling. Find out why this employer’s approach backfired and what it means for managing alcohol policies at work.

A recent unfair dismissal ruling reminds employers that even serious concerns about employee conduct must be handled with procedural fairness. A casual worker’s job search raised red flags, but the employer’s rushed response led to costly consequences.

A heated confrontation, covert recording, and psychological injury claim led the Fair Work Commission to rule that an electrician’s resignation was not voluntary, but a dismissal under the Fair Work Act.

If you’re still providing pre-Fair Work information sheets to new employees, you may be in breach of current legislation. Learn about the requirement to issue the Fair Work Information Statement and how to stay compliant under the National Employment Standards.

A recent Fair Work Commission case confirms that even seemingly “friendly” messages can amount to conduct of a sexual nature justifying dismissal where power imbalances and unwelcome behaviour are involved.

Workers compensation absences can create hidden payroll risks. Learn whether employees on workers compensation are entitled to public holiday pay, and what the Fair Work Act requires employers to do.

Can compassionate leave be taken from an employee’s personal leave balance? Here’s what the Fair Work Act says about compassionate leave entitlements.