It wasn't harsh or disproportionate to sack an employee who'd repeatedly been warned about starting work late and failing to show up for shifts, despite his claim that the final time was "a genuine mistake", the Fair Work Commission has found.
Despite an employee's previous warning and the seriousness of an incident that occurred under her watch, the Fair Work Commission has found her dismissal was unfair because her conduct wasn't negligent.
A managing director was "clearly involved" in the decision to sack an employee, with whom he was embroiled in a "bitter separation dispute", the Fair Work Commission has found in unfair dismissal proceedings.
It was fair to sack an employee for neglecting his duties, despite his concerns about not seeing the footage the employer relied on, the Fair Work Commission has found.
A senior HR leader, who claims he was victimised after raising concerns about his employer's approach to managing women, has failed to convince the Federal Court to grant interim reinstatement orders.
An employer has successfully defended an unfair dismissal claim despite its "woeful" harassment investigation, with the Fair Work Commission finding its procedural flaws were outweighed by the gravity of the employee's conduct.
Recent constructive dismissal appeals 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.
Recent events have shone a spotlight on whistleblowing, placing employers firmly on notice that their response to a protected disclosure could be subject to intense scrutiny. Watch this webcast to understand the role HR plays in this challenging space.
After years of legislative and regulatory changes, employers' key compliance challenges continue to shift and evolve. Attend this webinar to catch up on recent developments and their HR implications, preparing you and your organisation for what lies ahead.
