There have been a number of recent cases involving social media in the Fair Work Commission, according to an employment law firm, which said HR executives should avoid “red flags” when dealing with unfair dismissals that involve social media. While HR is generally very familiar with the need to accord […]
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Boozy Christmas parties? Just don’t forget your RSA!
There are a number of important Christmas party unfair dismissal lessons in a recent case decision handed down by the Fair Work Commission, writes Gordon Williams As we’re leading up to the season for work-related Christmas parties, this is something I wanted to talk about – and the risks that go […]
My word – swearing at work may be risky business
In determining whether swearing at work warrants any disciplinary action or even dismissal, there are many facets of the situation to consider, writes Gordon Williams Let’s be honest, we’ve all been tempted to swear at work. Some of us may have even done so… albeit quietly, muttering under our breath. […]
How to defuse workplace bullying through mediation
Workplace mediation has received increased attention recently as a successful method to resolve conflict in the workplace and as a preferred option to tribunals and litigation, writes Saranne Segal Workplace bullying has recently been a hot topic due to the amendments to the Fair Work Act made in January 2014,which […]
Workplace bullying: a new right for an age-old problem
A shift in the management of workplace bullying complaints will take effect soon, and employers need to prepare now, writes Gordon Williams From January 1, 2014, workers will have an important new right to seek orders from the Fair Work Commission (FWC) to stop workplace bullying. While many welcome the […]