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Understanding Your General Rights

Beyond family law, understanding your broader legal rights helps you navigate life during and after separation. Here are the key rights every Australian should know.

National Employment Standards (NES)

10 minimum employment entitlements that apply to all employees in the national workplace relations system, including maximum weekly hours (38), flexible working arrangements, parental leave (12 months unpaid), annual leave (4 weeks), personal/carer's leave (10 days), and notice of termination.

Fair Work Act 2009, Part 2-2

Unfair Dismissal Protection

If you've been employed for 6+ months (or 12 months for small businesses), you're protected from unfair dismissal. You can lodge a claim with the Fair Work Commission within 21 days of dismissal. The employer must show the dismissal was for a valid reason.

Fair Work Act 2009, Part 3-2

Workplace Bullying & Harassment

You have the right to a safe workplace free from bullying and sexual harassment. You can apply to the Fair Work Commission for a stop bullying order, or to the Australian Human Rights Commission for sexual harassment complaints.

Fair Work Act 2009, Part 6-4B; Sex Discrimination Act 1984

Right to Disconnect

From August 2024, employees have the right to refuse to monitor, read, or respond to contact from their employer outside of working hours, unless the refusal is unreasonable. This applies to all national system employees.

Fair Work Act 2009, Section 333M

Parental Leave During Separation

If you're separating while on parental leave, your employment protections continue. You cannot be dismissed because of your family situation. Your employer must hold your position for up to 12 months (or 24 months with agreement).

Fair Work Act 2009, Division 5

Family & Domestic Violence Leave

All employees (including casuals) are entitled to 10 days of paid family and domestic violence leave per year. This is confidential and does not appear on payslips. You can use it for court appearances, moving, and accessing services.

Fair Work Act 2009, Subdivision BA

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