Unilateral Demotion Legal Precedent

Summary

The case Barclay v Bendigo TAFE [2012] in Australia is a notable precedent involving a union delegates demotion and suspension, allegedly in retaliation for protected industrial activity. The High Court focused on the employers actual reasons rather than subjective perceptions. For specific advice, consult an employment lawyer.

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In Australia, the case "Barclay v Bendigo TAFE [*]" is renowned. It involved:
- A union delegate's demotion and suspension
- Alleged retaliation for protected industrial activity
- High Court's focus on employer's actual reasons, not subjective perceptions.
For specific advice, consult an employment lawyer.