An employee accused of spreading rumours about her boss has successfully argued she was constructively dismissed following a "humiliating" investigation process.
An HR manager's dismissal process was "riddled with flaws", the Fair Work Commission has ruled in upholding a claim despite a valid reason for termination.
The Fair Work Commission has rejected an unfair dismissal claim from an employee who alleged he faced a hostile working environment after being investigated for s-xual harassment.
Workplace investigations play a critical role in disciplinary and termination processes, where one misstep can undermine a decision and expose the employer to claims. This webinar will outline investigation pitfalls and best practices. Premium members should click through to request a complimentary pass.
Some workplace cultures enable sexual harassment more than others, and employers shouldn't wait for complaints before addressing risks, an expert says.
An employee was sacked because his poor performance exposed his employer to an "unacceptable level of risk", the Federal Circuit Court has ruled in rejecting his adverse action claim.
Dismissing employees for poor performance can be challenging at the best of times, but in the current environment, where employees have less to lose by making a claim, it's even more of a minefield.
General protections claims are the fastest-growing category of applications in the Fair Work Commission, with reforms now underway to stem the tide. This webinar will discuss important developments in both procedural issues and case law.
