Ms Hannah Hayes v Sues Dining Group Pty Ltd
Citation: [2026] FWC 378
What happened
Ms Hannah Hayes brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against Sues Dining Group Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission considered whether the application had reasonable prospects of success. The case number was U2025/17094.
What was decided
Deputy President Easton found Ms Hayes’ application for an unfair dismissal remedy had no reasonable prospects of success. The Commission dismissed the application. The decision notes the application was brought under s.587(1)(c) and was initiated by the Commission itself.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure dismissal processes are compliant with the Fair Work Act to minimise the risk of unfair dismissal claims. This case highlights that applications can be initiated by the Commission, so maintaining thorough records is crucial.
What it means for employees
Employees should be aware that not all applications for unfair dismissal have reasonable prospects of success. Seeking legal advice is recommended before lodging an application.
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This summary was drafted by AI 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 →