dismissal Archives

Have we got that on tape? The risks of covert workplace investigations

By Rebecca Goulter | 03/12/2019

Since before the introduction of the Fair Work Act it has taken more than just a valid reason to dismiss an employee. From providing an opportunity to respond, to not…

Understanding the difference between unfair dismissal claims and general protections claims

By Sophie Goodall | 16/04/2019 |

Two pencils are laid down with their tips touching each other. On the left hand side is a white pencil with white lead on a black background, and on the right hand side is a black pencil with black lead on a white background.

Late last year, the media introduced us to Angela Williamson, an employee of Cricket Australia allegedly sacked after she posted on Twitter criticising the Tasmanian Government’s policy on abortion laws.…