Mrs Zahra Soudagary v Perth Care Pty Ltd
Citation: [2026] FWC 383
What happened
Mrs Zahra Soudagary brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against Perth Care Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission considered whether the application had reasonable prospects of success. The Deputy President, Easton DP, considered the matter.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission found Mrs Soudagary’s 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 and that any Commission initiated investigations are handled appropriately.
What it means for employees
Employees should be aware that applications for unfair dismissal remedies must have reasonable prospects of success to be considered by the Fair Work Commission.
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