Thousands in compensation for “unnecessarily callous”, “disgraceful” dismissals by text
Two recent decisions of the Fair Work Commission (FWC) have reiterated the importance of avoiding termination by any other means than face-to-face, with the sacked workers in both instances being awarded compensation for their dismissals described as “repugnant” and “grossly unfair”.
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The Fair Work Commission has awarded a delivery driver over $17,000 in compensation, finding his dismissal for hitting a dead kangaroo whilst allegedly speeding was disproportionate to his conduct and subsequently unfair.
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Stranded in Alice – Rail Worker Sacked After Refusing to Board Train
A rail worker whose refusal to board a train left him stranded in Alice Springs and ultimately led to his sacking has had his unfair dismissal claim determined by the Fair Work Commission.
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Pelican Feeder Wins Job Back
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10 Things NOT to Ask Job Applicants
- Have you finished making your family?
- Please detail your medical history.
- If your children get sick, can someone other than you care for them?
- Have you ever pursued a previous employer for unfair dismissal or unpaid wages?
- Shouldn’t you be thinking about retiring?
- Are you interested in any cash-in-hand work?
- Have you ever made a WorkCover claim?
- Would you be willing to sign a waiver confirming that you understand we can’t afford to pay according to the Award?
- Are you a Union member?
- Your resume didn’t make it clear that you weren’t Australian. Where are you from then?
Sacked With No Warning – Dismissal of Roadside Assistance Worker Upheld by Fair Work Commission
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School Staff Who Obtained “Extravagant Personal Benefits” Lose Unfair Dismissal Claims
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Lawyer wins unpaid wages claim against former firm
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Minimum Wages to Increase by 3%
This morning, 30 May 2019, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) handed down its Minimum Wage Ruling. The FWC has awarded an increase of 3% to all adult full time weekly rates in the Modern Awards from the first pay period commencing (ppc) on or after 1 July 2019. Proportionate increases will flow to part time and casual workers, juniors, apprentices and trainees.