General protections claims are on the rise, with employees feeling they have little to lose by launching an action. Watch this webcast for an up-to-date look at recent developments, rulings and practical risk-mitigation strategies.
A 71-year-old prospective employee whose job offer was rescinded shortly after he disclosed his age to HR has failed to prove the employer took unlawful adverse action against him.
An employee who was sacked for fraternisation has failed to convince the Fair Work Commission that his unblemished 17-year tenure mitigated the seriousness of his misconduct.
With international hiring on hold, internal recruiters are having to work harder to fill open roles, especially where remote locations are involved, a talent acquisition specialist says.
Psychological injury risks are receiving heightened levels of HR attention in light of pandemic-related stresses and remote working. Attend this HR Daily webinar for up-to-date information on employers' legal obligations in this space, tips for managing performance and disciplinary processes where mental illness might be involved, and more. Premium members can click through to request a complimentary pass.
An employer effectively stood down a worker when it ignored her requests to return after lockdowns lifted, and has to compensate her for 19 weeks of lost pay.
A manager and HR business partner who refused to delay a performance meeting so an employee's preferred support person could attend had no reasonable grounds for doing so, a tribunal has ruled.
An organisation that decided to make an employee's position redundant and terminated her employment on the same day has failed to convince the Fair Work Commission that it either didn't need to consult her, or already had.
This webinar will unpack key developments in employment law, and how to prepare for the workplace matters most likely to impact HR practitioners during 2026.
