More work must be done to keep employees in "good work" to stem the tide of sickies, stress claims, and mental illness, a leading medical practitioner says.
An employer that was unaware of an employee's diabetes, or how increasing his workload would affect him, has been found guilty of indirect discrimination.
It is the employees who feel most aggrieved about a workplace problem, rather than the ones with the best legal case, who are most likely to pursue litigation, an employment lawyer says.
There has never been more awareness of mental health issues at work, nor more pressure on employers to ensure a psychologically safe workplace for employees. Watch this webcast to learn about employers' legal obligations and best practice ways to manage psychological injury risks.
An employee "surprised" to find himself on a performance improvement plan has been given leave to appeal a finding he was fairly dismissed. Meanwhile, research links mental health to hours worked; an employer has been fined for bullying; the IT sector is set for major job redundancies; and more.
An employer that sacked an employee with multiple sclerosis for being unable to safely perform her role has been ordered to compensate her for unfair dismissal.
The laws around engaging casual and contract workers have changed drastically this year. Understand how this affects your organisation by attending this HR Daily webinar.
From August, employees will have a legislated right to disconnect from work. Understand what this means for your organisation by watching this HR Daily Premium webcast.
