How employer miscommunication led to a $32,000 unfair dismissal claim case

How a misunderstood resignation, combined with poor processes, resulted in a compliance failure and compensation for wrongful termination.

‘Reprehensible conduct’ attracts third-highest penalty ever secured by the FWO

The FWO has secured a total of $5,146,100 in court penalties against a clothing retailer that exploited four migrant workers and hindered or obstructed Fair Work Inspectors.

Stress leave: breaking down this leave entitlement

Has an employee handed you a medical certificate giving them time off work due to stress? Are the signs of burnout in your workplace increasing?

Milk bar missteps: costly penalties for ignoring Fair Work Ombudsman rules

The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured over $11,000 in penalties against a Victorian-based hospitality business.

4 million reasons why underpaying staff is a recipe for disaster

The Fair Work Ombudsman has announced it has secured a $4 million fine against the popular Taiwanese dumpling restaurant for intentionally underpaying staff and falsifying records