Wrongful Dismissal Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What is a wrongful dismissal?
A
Acknowledgement and payment that Maria was unfairly dismissed
2
Q
Why may Maria be more inclined to claim under wrongful dismissal over unfair?
A
There is a lower qualification criteria and there is no limit to the damages that may be awarded
3
Q
What kind of dismissal is wrongful?
A
Contractual - breach of contract law, not claim under legislation
4
Q
Why could Maria claim under wrongful dismissal?
A
Maria was given no notice period. Aisha told Maria she was not happy with her work, but never gave opportunity to address this nor the opportunity to respond to the allegations against her
5
Q
How long does Maria need to have worked at the company to make her claim under wrongful dismissal?
A
Over a month
