by admin2022 | May 25, 2026 | Employee Termination Procedure, Managing And Terminating, Small Business HR, Unfair Dismissal Claims
No Opportunity to Respond: The #1 Reason Small Businesses Lose Unfair Dismissal Claims (2026 Update) If you ask me what trips up Australian small business owners more than anything else at the Fair Work Commission, my answer is always the same — and it’s not the...
by admin2022 | May 25, 2026 | Absenteeism in Your Business, HR Expert, HR Solutions, Small business, Small Business HR, Unfair Dismissal Claims
When They Don’t Show Up: Managing Employee Absence in 2026 Your most reliable employee hasn’t turned up. No call. No text. No explanation. What do you do next? Managing employee absence – If you’ve ever sat at your desk watching the clock tick...
by Paulette | Aug 22, 2025 | Employee Termination Procedure, HR Consultant, HR Expert, HR Solutions, Managing And Terminating, Unfair Dismissal Claims, Workplace Investigations
Managing Disciplinary Actions through to Fair Termination: A Step-by-Step Guide Business owners often face the difficult task of addressing employee performance or conduct issues in a fair and lawful manner. This comprehensive guide walks you through managing...
by Paulette | Jul 4, 2025 | Employee Termination Procedure, Employing People, HR Consultant, HR Expert, HR Solutions, Managing And Terminating, Unfair Dismissal Claims
What is a Probation Period? A probation period is an initial stage of employment (often 3 to 6 months) during which a new employee’s suitability for the role is assessed. It allows both the employer and employee to confirm the job fit before committing to a long-term...
by Paulette | May 30, 2025 | Employee Termination Procedure, HR Consultant, HR Expert, HR Solutions, Managing And Terminating, Managing Employee Terminations, Our Services, payout for unfair dismissal, Small business, Small Business HR, Unfair Dismissal Claims
Imagine this: You run a small business and one day, after a frustrating incident, you decide to fire an employee on the spot. You think you’ve done what’s best for your business, only to find a Fair Work Commission claim lodged against you for unfair dismissal. It’s a...
by Paulette | May 13, 2025 | Employee Termination Procedure, HR Consultant, HR Expert, HR Solutions, Informational Snip bits, Managing And Terminating, Managing Employee Terminations, Small business, Small Business HR, Unfair Dismissal Claims
Understanding Forced Resignation: A Guide for Employers What Is Forced Resignation? In Australian employment law, a “forced resignation” occurs when an employee resigns due to the employer’s conduct, leaving them with no real choice but to do so....
by Paulette | May 1, 2025 | Employee Termination Procedure, Employment Relations, HR Consultant, HR Expert, HR Solutions, Human Resource, Informational Snip bits, Managing And Terminating, Managing Employee Terminations, payout for unfair dismissal, Small business, Small Business HR, Unfair Dismissal Claims
Avoiding Unfair Dismissal Claims: A Guide for Small Business Owners In the 2023–24 financial year, the Fair Work Commission received nearly 15,000 unfair dismissal applications—an increase of over 30% from the previous year. This upward trend highlights the importance...
by Paulette | Apr 25, 2025 | 12 Basics of HR, Employment Relations, Fair Work Ombudsman News, HR Consultant, HR Expert, HR Solutions, Human Resource, Informational Snip bits, Managing And Terminating, Offers and Packages, Small business, Small Business HR, Topics of Conversation, Unfair Dismissal Claims, Workplace Articles
by Paulette | Jul 29, 2024 | Employee Termination Procedure, Informational Snip bits, Legislation Updates, Managing And Terminating, Managing Employee Terminations, Small Business HR, Unfair Dismissal Claims
Redundancy is a challenging process for both employers and employees. It involves making tough decisions that significantly impact people’s lives. One crucial aspect of managing redundancies is the consultation process. This article explores the importance of...
by Paulette | Jun 4, 2024 | Employment Relations, HR Expert, Informational Snip bits, Unfair Dismissal Claims
Understanding Unfair Dismissal Claims: A Guide for Employers Navigating the Complexities of Unfair Dismissal Unfair dismissal claims can be as tricky as traps scattered on a farm. Employers often find themselves caught off guard in this complicated area of employment...
by Paulette | Apr 16, 2024 | Employee Termination Procedure, HR Solutions, Managing And Terminating, Managing Employee Terminations, Unfair Dismissal Claims
Navigating Employee Terminations: A Guide for Small Businesses Managing employee terminations is a delicate process that can be emotionally taxing for both parties involved. Whether it’s an employee dreaming of a dramatic exit or a manager eager to part ways...
by Paulette | Sep 27, 2023 | Employee Termination Procedure, HR Consultant, HR Expert, Informational Snip bits, Managing And Terminating, Unfair Dismissal Claims
The harsh reality of the past three years is that numerous Aussie firms have faced the challenge of making redundant some or all of their employees. Also, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) has reported thousands of unfair dismissal claims in 2021 and 2022, suggesting a...
by Paulette | Aug 30, 2023 | HR Solutions, Managing And Terminating, Unfair Dismissal Claims
Top 5 redundancy alternatives Making an employee redundant can be challenging. It’s often stressful and requires hard conversations. But what if there are actions you can take to avoid redundancies and retain your valuable talent? Actually, before proceeding...
by Paulette | Apr 4, 2023 | HR Solutions, Managing And Terminating, payout for unfair dismissal, Unfair Dismissal Claims
Let’s say you’ve dismissed one of your employees for reasons you believe are entirely justified. But, after a couple of days, you receive an unfair dismissal claim and face severe financial and reputational costs. In such a situation, responding promptly...
by | Jan 30, 2021 | Unfair Dismissal Claims
As a business owner, director or manager, you might find a notification on your desk one day that indicates that an employee has submitted a claim to Fair Work Australia (FWA) for unfair dismissal. Before getting stressed, remember that FWA first assesses if the...
by | Sep 30, 2020 | Unfair Dismissal Claims, Workplace Articles
Fairness’ can be quite a relative term, depending on personal perspective. Still, in terms of a business and employment scenario, certain circumstances fall within or outside of those boundaries. Whether you keep your company safely within reasonable levels depends on...
