Archive for April 2026
Near maximum compensation awarded to employee accused of theft
A recent Fair Work Commission (Commission) decision is a timely reminder that suspected employee theft must be clearly proven, particularly the intent to steal, before employers move to summary dismissal.…
Read MoreIncapacity-based dismissal deemed unlawful despite valid reason
The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCA) has highlighted the ongoing risks for employers when managing incapacity-based terminations, even where medical evidence appears to justify the dismissal. In…
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