Discrimination and Diversity Insights

16 September 2008

Welcome to the latest edition of Discrimination & Diversity Insights, in which we'll look at the rising cost of sexual harassment now that tribunals are increasingly making generous awards in these sorts of claims.

We'll also look at the complex issues that can arise when discrimination and OHS collide in a diverse workplaces, and how men are more willing to raise their own family responsibilities in the workplace, and how employers should respond.

Significant damages payout plus costs for sexual harassment claim

By Joe Catanzariti.

Joe Catanzariti considers a recent case that reflects an emerging trend of anti-discrimination tribunals ordering generous payouts in sexual harassment claims.

OHS defence fails: Demotion of employee for poor literacy skills found discriminatory

By Hedy Cray.

The interplay between safety and discrimination obligations can be challenging, as Hedy Cray explains.

Father refused permission to take sick child to hospital makes good his discrimination claim

By Saul Harben.

Saul Harben considers the implication for employers of a recent discrimination claim brought on the grounds of family responsibilities.

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