Carers discrimination case studies

Case studies are provided to help explain the complaints process. They are intended as a guide only and should not be considered or used as legal advice. Outcomes from conciliation vary depending on individual circumstances. Parties to complaints should seek independent legal advice if they require advice about outcomes appropriate to their circumstances. Before lodging a complaint, please speak with an enquiries officer on 1800 670 812.

Employment

Missed out on bonus by taking sick leave
August 2024: Chantel* has three young children. She also has type 1 diabetes.
Offered junior role when returning from maternity leave
Jan 2023: When Maria returned to work from maternity leave, her employer offered her a junior role.
Workplace unsympathetic to employees family tragedies
July 2022: Adnan* asked for time off work to travel overseas to support his elderly dying father.
Employer tried to end flexible working arrangement
May 2022: Fadel* is a sole parent for his children, one of whom has a disability.
Denied pay increase and employment opportunity
March 2021: Rachel* is a marketing professional and is on parental leave because she had a baby.
Workplace refuses to extend maternity leave
August 2020: Heather* works in an administrative role in a healthcare facility.
Job needed near home to care for wife
June 2016: Jason* is a primary carer for his wife who has epilepsy.

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