Termination of Employment Contract - Labour Law

These flashcards cover key concepts related to the termination of employment contracts under Labour Law.

Entitlements on termination of employment

Rights and benefits an employee is entitled to upon leaving an organization.

Redundancy

A situation where an employee's position is no longer required, leading to termination.

Unfair dismissal

Termination of employment that an employee believes lacks a fair reason and/or appropriate process.

General protections/adverse action

Legal protections preventing discrimination or unfair treatment towards employees.

Breach of contract

Failure to adhere to the terms outlined in an employment contract.

Reasonable notice

The minimum advance notice an employer must provide before terminating employment.

National Employment Standards (NES)

The minimum employment entitlements for employees within Australia.

Garden leave

A situation where an employee is instructed to stay away from work during their notice period but remains on payroll.

Severance pay

Compensation provided to an employee who is terminated from a position due to redundancy.

Constructive dismissal

When an employee resigns due to the employer's conduct, effectively forcing the resignation.

Procedural fairness

The requirement to follow fair procedures in disciplinary actions and dismissals.

Operational requirements

Changes in business needs that may lead to redundancies within an organization.

Consultation clause

A requirement for employers to discuss and consult with employees about potential redundancies.

Redeployment

The process of transferring an employee to another job within the same company.

Dismissal

The act of terminating an employee's contract, which can be initiated by the employer.

Performance management

The continuous process of identifying, measuring, and developing performance in the workplace.