The Federal Court says Qantas can stop paying sick leave to staff during the current COVID-19 stand-down. The Court ruled that forcing Qantas to pay leave entitlements defeats the purpose of the lawful stand-down. Justice Geoffrey Flick said the stand-down…
Telstra is offering paid leave for workers affected by coronavirus. Employees forced into isolation because of the outbreak will be given 14 days’ paid leave. Additionally, those required to care for children affected by school or childcare centre closures will…
Do you know your rights and obligations when it comes to sick leave? This time of year, many workers catch a cold or influenza, and need to take time off to lie on the couch and watch Netflix and recover.…
Industrial advocates are warning workers not to take a 'sickie' on Friday, the day after ANZAC Day. Those who do will effectively give themselves a four day weekend. However, Miles Heffernan from IR Claims says an employer can ask for…
A government worker submitted 29 fraudulent medical certificates to their boss so they could take ‘sickies’ - internal documents have revealed. A department investigation found the worker “untruthful" and "lacked integrity” when they submitted the false medical certificates. Despite this,…
The Australian Medical Association has defended workers who are accused of taking sick leave before quitting their job. And furthermore, it suggests employers are part of the problem. Many employers complain that workers who plan to quit fake illnesses to…
Can you be sacked on sick leave? - The short answer is no. Industrial advocate Miles Heffernan says it’s important that workers know their rights and obligations when it comes to sick leave. If you're sick - don't go to…
A boss has told his workers they are getting on his 'tits' in a bizarre email rant. He accused his subordinates of playing too much ping-pong, dressing sloppily, and taking too many sick days. He then threatened that will see…
The gig economy is creating a new class of working poor in Australia, according to unions. Workers do not have access to basic workplace rights, for example, sick leave, annual leave and superannuation. According to the ACTU, sham contracting is…
Don't rely on a sick note from your pharmacist, experts warn. Pharmacies advertise Absence From Work certificates for $5 to $25, as an alternative to getting a medical certificate from a GP. However, employment lawyer Christiaan van Oeveren warns your…
