You Were Right About the Conduct. You Still Lost. Here's Why.

You Were Right About the Conduct. You Still Lost. Here's Why.

You Were Right About the Conduct. You Still Lost. Here's Why.Rhiannon
Published on: 30/04/2026

Unfair dismissal and unlawful dismissal are two different legal claims with different thresholds, remedies, and risks. Employers who confuse them — or ignore the distinction — leave themselves exposed.

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General Protections Claims Are Surging — Here's What Employers Need to Know

General Protections Claims Are Surging — Here's What Employers Need to Know

General Protections Claims Are Surging — Here's What Employers Need to KnowRhiannon
Published on: 03/04/2026

General protections claims have surged by 57% in the first quarter of 2025-26. The Fair Work Commission is projecting up to 55,000 lodgments this year. Here's what's driving the increase and how employers can protect themselves.

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