A former CNN reporter is suing the global news network accusing it of unfair dismissal and race discrimination. The broadcaster is refusing to comment on the allegations, but plans to fight the claim on territorial grounds, reports The Guardian. Injured…
A disabled worker was unfairly sacked for taking too long to evacuate during a fire drill, a tribunal has found. The tribunal heard his manager ignored occupational health advice to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate the worker. Disabled worker unfairly…
An overweight nurse has been awarded three years back-pay and reinstatement after being unfairly dismissed. The South Australian Employment Tribunal ruled her dismissal, due to her obesity and associated difficulties in performing work duties, "harsh and unjust". It also found…
A firefighter who called a gay co-worker "half a man" and "Arthur" has lost his unfair dismissal claim. An employment tribunal rejected the worker's claim that the comments related to his height, rather than his sexual orientation. Firefighter called co-worker…
A firefighter is suing her employer for discrimination and wrongful termination after losing her job over "racy" Instagram posts. Presley Pritchard has accused her bosses of unfairly targeting her because of her gender. She claims management did not reprimand her…
A bottle shop worker sacked for being pregnant has won her General Protections Dismissal claim and $39,000 compensation. The Federal Circuit Court found the employer waived their right to be heard by failing to appear or present any defence. 'Bad…
A food processing worker sacked for refusing to peel onions because of an eye condition has won her unfair dismissal claim. An industrial tribunal found her employer discriminated against her on the basis of disability. The tribunal said the company…