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Getting this wrong is a common mistake that can have significant consequences. Employees who have been dismissed are often under immense pressure, navigating the stress of job loss and financial uncertainty, all while facing the strict 21-day deadline to lodge a claim with the Fair Work Commission (FWC). It’s easy to feel confused and overwhelmed, […]

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Unlawful and Unfair Dismissal Explained

Unlawful and Unfair Dismissal Explained

July 22, 2025 Gary Pinchen
It’s a common for many to find confusion. What separates an unfair dismissal from an unlawful one? The distinction is more than just spelling—it determines your rights and the options…
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Pregnancy Discrimination in Australia

Pregnancy Discrimination in Australia

June 24, 2025 Gary Pinchen
What is considered pregnancy discrimination? Pregnancy discrimination is when a woman may be treated differently because she is pregnant, or she might become pregnant. Other examples inclue medical complications du…
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Physical Features Discrimination

Physical Features Discrimination

June 24, 2025 Gary Pinchen
Physical Discrimination Being a victim of physical features discrimination can be extremely stressful for you. If you feel you are facing physical discrimination at your workplace, then this is the…
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Defining Abandonment of Employment

Defining Abandonment of Employment

April 25, 2023 Gary Pinchen
In Australia abandonment of employment refers to a situation where an employee stops attending work without any prior notice or explanation to their employer. This can leave employers in a…
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What are workers rights?

What are workers rights?

April 19, 2023 Gary Pinchen
What are your rights as a worker? We answer all of your questions. The Fair Work Act regulates the employer-employee relationship and stipulates all workers' rights. This legislation contains the National…
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What is Abandonment of Employment?

What is Abandonment of Employment?

March 23, 2022 Gary Pinchen
Abandonment of employment is when an employee is absent without reasonable excuse from their workplace for an unreasonable time and has not given any explanation to their employer. We explain the…
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General Protections vs Unfair Dismissal

General Protections vs Unfair Dismissal

February 9, 2022 Gary Pinchen
There Are Two Different Applications: Unfair Dismissal and General Protections. We explain the difference between the two along with the criteria that must be met including the high income threshold,…
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Swearing in the Workplace

Swearing in the Workplace

February 4, 2022 Gary Pinchen
We answer the question to 'can you be fired for swearing?' Short answer is Yes and no, as it depends on the circumstances. Swearing and the use of bad language…
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While taking Leave, I was fired

While taking Leave, I was fired

January 12, 2022 Gary Pinchen
There are currently no laws protecting employees from being fired/dismissed during leave Many ask the question, “Can I get fired during the course of leave?” There have been instances where…
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