An employer had a valid reason to dismiss an employee, but failing to refer to it in his termination letter rendered its actions unfair, the Fair Work Commission has found.
New laws have significantly expanded the protections available to whistleblowers in the private sector. This webcast explains their impact on employers and practical steps for HR.
Self-awareness is the "beating heart" of effective leadership, and requires a willingness to identify and act upon leaders' blind spots, says a management expert.
A director who complained one employee had "pulled the family card" when she missed work for "family reasons", did not discriminate on the grounds of gender or family responsibilities against another employee who he allegedly said cried "like a girl", a tribunal has found.
Organisations can gain a competitive edge by building its reputation as an employer of choice, and this week HR Daily Community member Mark Brand has shared practical steps that can be taken to strengthen employer brand.
Employers are struggling to update their onboarding practices for the 21st century, despite strong evidence that adding contemporary touches to the process markedly improves new hire outcomes, according to a senior HR leader.
An army-commander-turned-manager who abused and belittled his team has cost an employer $1.4 million in damages, after a court found it was vicariously liable for a former employee's ongoing psychological injuries.
An employee who spread 16 weeks of maternity leave pay over 32 weeks has failed to convince a court that the extra 16 weeks should also count towards her service. Also in this article: recent dismissal rulings; Australia and New Zealand's best employers; and why gig workers have better mental health than the rest of the working population.
An employee unfairly dismissed for refusing to use his employer's fingerprint scanners has been awarded nearly $25,000 compensation, but has not won his job back due to his "ongoing hostility" towards management.
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.
