Contract Termination Legal Guidance

Summary

In Queensland, employers must provide a notice period for contract termination based on length of service. Casual employees may claim unfair dismissal if they have worked regularly for at least 6 months (or 12 months for small businesses) and expected ongoing work. Claims must be filed within 21 days with the Fair Work Commission. Free legal advice is available from community legal centres like Caxton Legal Centre and QAILS.

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termination of the contract
Alright, I can provide some information on that. Could you please tell me if you were given any notice before the termination, and if so, how much notice was provided?
no
Thanks for sharing that. In Queensland, there are specific rules regarding termination of employment:
- Notice Period: Employers must provide a minimum notice period based on your length of service.
- Unfair Dismissal: If you believe the termination was unfair, you may be eligible to file a claim with the Fair Work Commission within 21 days.
Would you like more detailed information on how to proceed with an unfair dismissal claim?
even for casual staff
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Yes, certain protections apply to casual staff as well. In Queensland:
- Casual employees can claim unfair dismissal if they have worked regularly and systematically for at least 6 months (or 12 months for small business employers) and have a reasonable expectation of ongoing work.
Would you like more detailed information on how to proceed with an unfair dismissal claim?
yes
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To proceed with an unfair dismissal claim for casual employment, you need to consider the following:
- Evidence of regular and systematic work.
- Proof of reasonable expectation of ongoing work.
- Lodging the claim within 21 days with the Fair Work Commission.
If you need further assistance or feel your case is strong, you could benefit from consulting a lawyer.
Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
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It sounds like you might have a strong case for unfair dismissal. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case? If so, I need to ask you a few questions:
*. What is your phone number?
is this free charge
Yes, FreeLawChat provides free legal information. If you choose to be connected to local lawyers, there may be fees involved for their services, but the referral itself is free.
Would you like to proceed with being connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
no thanks
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It seems like you have a potential case for unfair dismissal, but it’s always good to consult with a legal professional to understand all your options. If you change your mind or have more questions, feel free to ask!
i can't afford to pay
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I understand your concern about the costs. Here are some options you might consider:
- Free Legal Advice: Queensland has community legal centres that offer free legal advice and assistance.
- Fair Work Commission: Lodging a claim here might not incur any fees initially.
Would you like more information on these resources?
i just lost my job
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I'm really sorry to hear about your situation. Here are a couple of options you might find helpful:
- Community Legal Centres: They offer free legal advice and may assist with your unfair dismissal claim.
- Fair Work Commission: Lodging a claim with them might not involve initial fees.
Would you like more detailed information on how to get in touch with these resources?
community legal centres
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Here are some community legal centres in Queensland that offer free legal advice:
- Caxton Legal Centre: Provides free legal advice and assistance on employment matters.
- QAILS (Queensland Association of Independent Legal Services): They can direct you to a local community legal centre.
Would you like details on how to contact them?
yes please
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Sure, here are the contact details for some community legal centres in Queensland that can provide free legal advice:

Caxton Legal Centre


Phone: (*) * *
Website: www.caxton.org.au

QAILS (Queensland Association of Independent Legal Services)


Phone: (*) * *
Website: www.qails.org.au
I hope this helps! If you have any more questions, feel free to ask.