COVID-19 vaccinations start next week, so it's vital for employers to carefully consider the legal risks of how they'll approach the area, HR Daily Community member Jonathan Mamaril says in this week's featured post. » more »
The casual loading WorkPac paid to Robert Rossato was "properly attributable to the statutory entitlements" of a permanent employee and should be offset against them, IR Minister Christian Porter is arguing as an intervener in the High Court appeal. » more »
Placing a "fastidious" employee on performance improvement plans and telling her not to "moan" about a work issue did not amount to bullying, the Fair Work Commission has ruled. » more »
The pandemic saw leaders rely heavily on EQ and emotional leadership practices, but navigating out of the crisis will require 'AQ', an executive coach and author says. » more »
One in two CEOs believe they need to pursue operational agility and flexibility "aggressively" in coming years, according to a new report. Also in this article, two studies shed light on the costly impact of workplace bullying and best-practice approaches to managing it. » more »
An employer that dismissed its 'worst salesperson' for failing to meet his targets acted unfairly because he received no formal, personal warnings, the FWC has found. » more »
The Federal Government has abandoned one of its key reforms in the IR Omnibus Bill, ahead of debate resuming in Parliament this week. » more »
In a rare decision, the Fair Work Commission has ordered an employer to pay a sacked worker's unfair dismissal claim costs, finding its "stony silence" caused reasonable settlement offers to fall into a "costly litigation black hole". » more »
General protections claims are on the rise, with employees feeling they have little to lose by launching an action. Watch this webcast for an up-to-date look at recent developments, rulings and practical risk-mitigation strategies. » more »
A 71-year-old prospective employee whose job offer was rescinded shortly after he disclosed his age to HR has failed to prove the employer took unlawful adverse action against him. » more »
This HR Daily webinar will discuss employers' legal obligations around mental health issues; tips for managing performance, disciplinary and investigation processes where mental illness might be involved; special considerations in light of COVID-19; and much more.
