Managing employee dismissals can be one of the most difficult and high-risk aspects of running a business. A poorly handled termination can expose employers to unfair dismissal claims, general protections disputes, reputational damage, and significant costs.
This practical session will provide business owners with a clear understanding of their legal obligations when ending employment, together with practical strategies to reduce risk and confidently manage difficult workplace situations.
The presentation will cover:
- when dismissal may be justified, including misconduct, poor performance and redundancy;
- the importance of procedural fairness and proper workplace processes;
- managing performance issues, warnings and documentation;
- summary dismissal and serious misconduct;
- common mistakes employers make when terminating employees;
- unfair dismissal and adverse action claims;
- obligations relating to notice, final pay and entitlements; and
- practical steps to help protect your business before, during and after termination.
Including discussion of the following recent, high‑profile cases:
- Mullins v KAB Seating Pty Ltd (2025) – unfair dismissal
- Roohizadegan v Technology One Ltd (2025) – general protections
- Lattouf v Australian Broadcasting Corporation (2025) – unlawful termination
Thursday, 27 August 2026
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
RSVP
For more information, please contact:
e: events@dwfoxtucker.com.au
p: 8124 1811
Venue
DW Fox Tucker Lawyers
Level 14, 100 King William Street, Adelaide SA 5000
Cost
No charge – event provided compliments of DW Fox Tucker Lawyers.
A light lunch will be provided from 12.45 pm.
