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Employer’s “extraordinary lengths” to accommodate injured worker renders dismissal fair

To move heaven and earth

If an employee is unable to meet the inherent requirements of their role due to illness or injury, it may be lawful for an employer to terminate their employment on the grounds of incapacity.

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Dismissals for temporary illnesses under the FW Act

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Within the general protections of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) (FW Act), there is a protection afforded to employees who are temporarily absent from work because of an illness or injury.

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