An unjustified dismissal is a Personal Grievance claim. The central question is whether the employer's actions, and how the employer acted, were what a fair and reasonable employer could have done in all the circumstances.
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Redundancy
TopicRedundancy is defined at common law as a situation where an employee's position becomes surplus to the needs of the employer. A redundancy is treated by the Courts as a dismissal, therefore it must be genuine and carried out in a procedurally fair way.
Personal Grievance (PG)
TopicA Personal Grievance (PG) is the main process employees use to challenge unjustified dismissal, unjustified disadvantage and other unlawful treatment at work. Time limits are strict and how the grievance is first raised can matter.
Covid-19 Updates
TopicCovid-19 created fast-moving employment law issues for employers and employees. Common problems include wage subsidy pay, minimum wage compliance, vaccination policy decisions, and personal grievance risk when process is rushed or pay is changed without consent.
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