You are asked to write a letter of demand regarding the termination of your client\u2019s employment. The termination occurred abruptly, with the employer deciding that, because the client is gay, it was impossible that he had a genuine illness on the Monday following the Sydney Mardi Gras party. There were no previous warnings issued to your client, and he earned $90,000 a year plus superannuation. He was first hired in 2015.**
As you write the letter, reflect on the following areas:
– What was wrong about the termination?
– What options does your client have now?
– How much in terms of damages do you expect he will be able to achieve if ultimately successful in litigation?
– Will there be any other incentives for your client to litigate?
– What would your client be prepared to settle for, if it is going to get a fast result?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The correct answer and explanation is:<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Here is the drafted Letter of Demand<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The termination of the client\u2019s employment was unlawful for multiple reasons. Firstly, it was based on discrimination against his sexual orientation, violating the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth)<\/strong> and state anti-discrimination laws<\/strong>. There was no valid performance-based reason, no prior warnings, and the decision was based on an assumption rather than evidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now, the client has multiple legal options. He can file an unfair dismissal claim<\/strong> with the Fair Work Commission (FWC)<\/strong> within 21 days, seek damages through the Australian Human Rights Commission<\/strong>, or initiate a general protections claim<\/strong>. Litigation could lead to reinstatement, financial compensation for lost wages and superannuation, and damages for distress and reputational harm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If successful, he may recover $90,000 per annum plus superannuation<\/strong> for lost wages over a reasonable period (e.g., six months to one year), emotional distress damages<\/strong> (often $10,000\u2013$50,000), and potential civil penalties<\/strong> against the employer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Beyond<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" You are asked to write a letter of demand regarding the termination of your client\u2019s employment. The termination occurred abruptly, with the employer deciding that, because the client is gay, it was impossible that he had a genuine illness on the Monday following the Sydney Mardi Gras party. 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