Discrimination, Harassment and Workplace Bullying
Victimised employee awarded damages for hurt feelings
A recent decision of the New South Wales Administrative Decisions Tribunal has ordered an employer to re-train its HR specialists and supervisors to deal with workplace complaints after a worker was mocked by his supervisor for making a discrimination claim to the Anti-Discrimination Board. Read more...
There is no 'retirement age' for employees
In the recent decision of Talbot v Sperling Tourism & Investments Pty Ltd a 75 year old driver successfully argued that he had been discriminated against in being dismissed because of his age. Read more.
Large compensation award for political discrimination
A former Queensland manager from the Douglas Shire Council has been awarded $368,033 compensation by the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal following a finding that he had been discriminated against because of his political beliefs. Read more...
Mind your step... Christmas functions
The Christmas function is a great way to reward employees for their efforts and build team spirit, and with some careful planning your business can minimise the risk of a liability arising out of the function.
That risk in significantly increased where the service of alcohol is not monitored or controlled. Read more...
