Resolved complaint (174) about disability discrimination in employment
Learn how a complaint (174) about disability discrimination in employment was resolved through conciliation.
Summary
- Year: 2025
- Relevant Act: Disability Discrimination Act
- Grounds: Disability
- Area(s): Employment
- Settlement terms:
- Compensation
- Statement of regret - private
- Statement of service
- Settlement amount: $10,000
About the complaint
The complainant worked in smoke testing and cleaning roles with the respondent construction company. He alleged the company made him redundant after he injured his knee at work, telling him he was a liability to the company. He said the company retracted the redundancy but he feared his ongoing employment was uncertain.
The company claimed that despite a lengthy workers’ compensation process, extended leave and provision of light duties, the complainant was deemed unfit to resume the inherent requirements of his role.
The complaint was resolved and the parties agreed to end the employment relationship. The company agreed to pay the complainant $10,000, provide him with a statement of service and separation certificate, and write to him expressing regret for the events giving rise to the complaint.
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