The compulsory vaccination for healthcare workers was a government mandate introduced to combat Covid-19 throughout Australia. The legal decision of Barbara Roman v Mercy Hospitals Victoria Ltd [2022] FWC 711 provides a recent and clear finding by the Fair Work Commission on the enforceability of these mandates AND on the recording of workplace conversations. In … Read more
It is not uncommon for an employee’s personal life and circumstances to arise or impact the employee during their work hours. Sometimes, there are circumstances where an employee must respond to personal matters and emergencies whilst at work. There are countless examples, such as a child needing to be collected from school because they are … Read more
Ms Golding, the Complainant, commenced work at The LaundryChute Pty Ltd on June 2017 where Mr Sippel, the Respondent, was both the manager and owner of the business. Ms Golding is a single mother, financially responsible for her four children. Originally from the Philippines, Ms Golding spoke English as a second language. Ms Golding and … Read more
In Scott v State of Queensland, the Queensland Industrial Relations Commission ruled in favour of a government employee who’d been rejected for an internal role. Since the appointment was not done in accordance with the Public Service Act 2008 (‘PSA’), it was not deemed fair and reasonable. This case highlights the importance of employers following … Read more
Due to the ongoing lockdowns and safety measures to reduce the spread of the virus, hybrid workplaces have become commonplace in this Covid-19 era. The Covid-19 pandemic has irrevocably impacted and changed the work landscape and the alternative working arrangements have indicated that many workplaces can effectively implement alternative work options. Working from home (WFH) … Read more
The recent 2022 Fair Work Commission decision of Blake O’Keefe v The Trustee For Dunshea Family Trust [2022] FWC 74 provides an interesting case study of unfair dismissal by a Bundaberg Fencing business. In its decision, the Commission concluded that the employee, Blake O Keefe, was unfairly dismissed for accidentally running over his bosses beloved … Read more
The interesting case of Aucamp v Association for Christian Senior Citizens Homes Inc [2021] on unvaccinated employees and public health orders The mandatory public health directions regarding COVID-19 vaccination across Australia have left many employers in difficult positions with regards to the ongoing employment of staff members who are unable or unwilling to comply with … Read more
The Commonwealth and State governments have legislation in place which prohibits discriminating individuals on the basis of sex, gender, race and disability, but what about religion? Under the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld) ‘unlawful discrimination’ will occur if an individual is treated less favourably because of an ‘attribute’. Religion has been considered to fall under the … Read more
When applying for a new position, a potential employer will want to verify a candidate’s credentials. Falsifying information is not uncommon and this process ensures employers are hiring candidates with bona fide experience. According to the Future of Work 2021 Special Report “employers reported that 66% ‘exaggerate skill level’ on their resume “ These statistics combined with the growing job seeking population demonstrate the value … Read more
Workplace Rights and Obligations In light of the recent COVID-19 pandemic, numerous employees have questioned what their workplace rights and obligations are, for example, am I obligated, as an employee to receive a covid vaccination? Unfortunately, the answer is not a simple yes or no. Numerous considerations are to be taken into account and the … Read more
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