Dismissal and Termination

The Fair Work Commission recently dealt with a significant case that raises questions about employment contracts and the rights of employers and employees. The case centred around whether an employee’s decision to begin a new job while on extended leave from her current employer could be considered a repudiation of her employment contract, and whether the subsequent actions by the employer constituted unfair dismissal under the Fair Work Act.

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) recently handled a notable case involving a university employee who claimed her resignation was effectively forced by her employer. The core issues revolved around workplace accommodations for medical conditions, remote work arrangements, and the distinction between voluntary resignation and dismissal under the Fair Work Act.

Navigating Employer-Employee Boundaries In a recent ruling by the Fair Work Commission (FWC), a small business employer faced a contentious case involving the dismissal of an employee for engaging in personal transactions during business hours. The incident, which unfolded at a car dealership, underscored critical issues of employee conduct and employer rights under the Small Business Fair Dismissal Code.

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) recently issued a pivotal ruling that early notice of non-renewal for a fixed-term contract can indeed be regarded as dismissal. This landmark decision, in the case of Warren George Francis v. Volunteer Marine Rescue Assoc Qld Inc [2024] FWC 978, highlights the critical need for employers to handle contract terminations with heightened diligence and care.