Fair Work Act of 2009 The first law that comes to mind when discussing workplace discrimination is the Fair Work Act of 2009. It’s a federal law that applies to workplaces all over Australia, including Adelaide. Under this law, employers are prohibited from taking adverse actions against employees based on attributes. For instance, their race, […]
Just like in other parts of the world, workplace discrimination is a significant issue affecting workers’ productivity and mental health in Adelaide. It’s when you or a group is treated unfairly than other employees because of your personal characteristics instead of your work performance or qualifications. Though it’s prohibited under the 2009 Fair Work Act,
The number of unfair dismissals in Australia is on the rise, with more employees fearing for their job security. Though an employer can dismiss you for a number of valid reasons, it’s unfair when the dismissal is harsh, unreasonable, or unjustified. Despite guidelines set by the Fair Work Commission, there are concerns that employers aren’t
Did you know that, as an employee, you’re protected from unfair dismissal by the law? For many workers in Australia, unfair dismissal is one of their biggest concerns. Between 2021 and 2022, 38 percent of claims received by the Fair Work Commission were those of unfair dismissal: that’s over 13,000 claims. Don’t worry, though, because
Workplace bullying is on the rise across Australia, and Adelaide is no exception. Employees in workplaces across the city have shown concerns about experiencing or observing someone being bullied. Bullying at the workplace can have lasting impacts on your mental health and career growth, while costing the Australian economy billions of dollars each year. According