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FWCFair Work Commission · 31 December 2022

the Applicant v FinXL Professional Services Pty Ltd & IP Australia

Citation: [2023] FWC 3008

At a glance

Employees affected
1

What happened

the Applicant commenced employment with FinXL Professional Services Pty Ltd in 2021. She was dismissed in November 2022. the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission seeking orders to deal with contraventions involving her dismissal. IP Australia was also named as a respondent. The Commission heard the application.

What was decided

The Fair Work Commission found that the dismissal was not unfair. the Commissioner considered the submissions and evidence presented. The Commission made orders regarding the contraventions. The full decision states, 'I make the orders set out in Schedule 1.’

What it means for employers

Employers should ensure they have a fair and documented process for dismissals. This includes considering all relevant factors and providing employees with an opportunity to respond to concerns.

What it means for employees

Employees who believe they have been unfairly dismissed should seek legal advice and consider lodging an application with the Fair Work Commission. The Commission will assess the circumstances of the dismissal to determine if it was unfair.

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https://www.fwc.gov.au/documents/decisionssigned/pdf/2023fwc3008.pdf

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This summary was drafted from the published decision and reviewed before publishing. It is general information, not legal advice. For your specific situation, speak to the Fair Work Ombudsman (13 13 94) or a qualified lawyer. About these summaries & corrections →

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