An ambiguous clause in an enterprise agreement has spurred a costly legal battle over whether an employee refused to comply with a lawful and reasonable direction.
A manager who requested compassionate leave, and received a warning after she didn't comply with a request for evidence, did not suffer adverse action, a court has ruled.
An employer that moved a full-time employee to a part-time role to reduce its workers' compensation costs has been ordered to pay more than $470k in damages and fines.
Employers should have clear whistleblower policies that encourage staff to air concerns safely and anonymously, but not offer rewards or compensation in return, says McDonald Murholme employment lawyer Bianca Mazzarella.
An employer and its managers took unlawful adverse action against an employee when they asked other workers to write complaints that would support their decision to sack her, the Federal Circuit Court has found.
An employee who took sick leave after his annual leave request was denied did not suffer adverse action when he was dismissed - and made a tactical mistake in claiming he did, the Federal Court has found.
Employers now, more than ever, should equip themselves to defend a general protections claim before contemplating any dismissal, a workplace relations lawyer warns.
An employee who was described as a "super manager" - but deemed "unsuitable" for her role after she made a s-xual harassment complaint - was exposed to unlawful adverse action, the Federal Circuit Court has found.
An employer has successfully defended a claim from an HR team member whose role was made redundant soon after he filed a bullying complaint, in a case that shows businesses shouldn't fear the general protections laws when they have a legitimate reason for termination.
When an employer receives a complaint or becomes aware of a conduct issue, it's not always appropriate to go down a traditional disciplinary path. This HR Daily Premium Q&A will discuss alternative options and how to determine which is best in various circumstances.
Recent constructive dismissal claims highlight the risks involved in accepting a resignation from an employee who is experiencing mental health issues. Watch this Q&A to understand the rulings' implications for all employers.
