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Can a breakdown in working relationships be salvaged? How mediation can be an effective first line of defence
In an ideal world, we would all easily cultivate and successfully maintain good professional relationships in the workplace, be it with co-workers, superiors or subordinates. Organizations would undoubtedly be highly…
How to handle workplace discrimination issues before they land you in court – or in ‘trial by media’
When a workplace issue or complaint is raised, a thorough and impartial investigation is the ideal course of action to ensure the matter is dealt with effectively before it reaches…
Prison officer with mental health issues wins job back after assaulting three inmates
The NSW Industrial Relations Commission has ordered the reinstatement of a decorated senior prison officer who assaulted three inmates in separate occasions while suffering from a mental illness. The events…
Corporate hit with big fine for racial discrimination
The Federal Court has ordered a major postal company to pay $40,000 in compensation for race discrimination to a worker called a “f…..g black b..tard” by a colleague, but has…
Thousands accept 18-month pay freeze in new deal in exchange for family-friendly provisions
A leading Australian airline carrier has agreed to provide 10 days domestic and family violence leave and increase its paid parental leave from 12 weeks to 14 weeks to all…
HR Manager takes home her personnel file in an attempt to avoid sacking as workplace dispute spirals out of control
A recent case before the Fair Work Commission where a HR Manager was dismissed for taking her personnel file without permission, shows the importance of employer’s intervening early to prevent…
Court rejects executive’s $200,000-plus claim on contractual benefits – Employer saved by crystal clear bonus entitlement terms
Court rejects executive’s $200,000-plus claim on contractual benefits – Employer saved by crystal clear bonus entitlement terms As an employer, devoting the time and resources to develop a sound HR…
Bullying in the workplace: New research reveals big risk to modern workplaces
Startling new research by the University of Melbourne and Deakin University has found that female health professionals are susceptible to greater incidents of bullying and harassment, and are at twice…
Failure to formalise dismissal of accountant for breach of contract costs company a pretty penny
In most cases, the detail of an employment contract are not disputed between the parties. However, the importance of a well-drafted and enforced employment contract is critical when employment relationships…
