Info Guides – Dismissal and Termination Articles

The relationship between employers and casual employees is a significant aspect of the modern workforce. Recently, a case brought before the Fair Work Commission (FWC) shed light on the treatment of a casual employee working as a brow and lash artist for a beauty services company. The employee, who had been consistently working shifts, found herself removed from all future shifts after a hospital admission due to a domestic violence incident. This action prompted the FWC to deem it a deliberate decision and a dismissal.

In a recent case brought before the Workplace Relations Tribunal, a dispute emerged between a dedicated worker and her employer regarding the transition from a fixed-term contract to permanent employment.

A recent legal case adjudicated by the Supreme Court of Queensland has provided insights into the complexities surrounding an employee’s termination from a diagnostic imaging organisation. The case revolved around allegations of workplace harassment, victimisation, and inappropriate behaviour, leading to significant ramifications for the parties involved.

When it comes to terminating an employee, most people immediately think of unfair dismissal. While unfair dismissal is indeed a prominent legal concern, there is another, arguably more hazardous, area of employment law: General Protections.
Let’s delve into the differences between unfair dismissal and General Protections, and why General Protections can present significant challenges for employers.