Unlawful Dismissal – What is it?

An unlawful dismissal takes place when:
1. The termination of an employee is based on discriminatory grounds; and/or
2. The minimum notice of termination is not provided to an employee.

Am I eligible?

All employees are eligible to make an application if the termination of their the employment is based on (or includes) discriminatory grounds, including: race, colour, sex, sexual preference, age, illness, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, religion, political opinion, national extraction or social origin.

What are the possible outcomes?

If you believe you were terminated unlawfully, you should get advice about whether to proceed with a claim of unlawful termination of employment or to claim under federal or state anti-discrimination laws. The Australian Industrial Relations Commission may order compensation up to the amount the employee would have earned in a period of six months, and/or reinstate the employee.

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