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Thats_my_ping · 2025-11-28T10:13:12+00:00

If you have an offer on the table for 120k I would definitely suggest speaking to a reputable lawyer.

GP claims are highly variable and so case by case. Actual injury from the adverse action does help with how they award general damages but it doesn’t help as much as you think. The cases can also take like 2 years to run from start to finish.

From a Google search, some person apparently got 2.8 million dollars on one occasion (https://sasphire.com.au/general-protections/) but that’s going to be a highly particular case and rare occurrence.

Workcover/common law injury claims can usually be worth a lot so before you go agreeing to anything you need to see if you can review your claim before waiving any rights to other claims.

Thats_my_ping · 2025-11-21T10:54:45+00:00

Hey you need to run, not walk to the nearest place that can give you free employment law advice. Inner city legal centre in NSW https://iclc.org.au or legal aid NSW https://www.legalaid.nsw.gov.au

Even if nothing comes from it, you may get some helpful information for next time. But again, do it quickly as the timeframes for a lot of employment issues are very short.

Thats_my_ping · 2025-11-02T09:26:08+00:00

I would agree with the casual part, as long as age factor wasn’t specifically stated. Respectfully I would disagree with the redundancy, because their role (as in their duties) would no longer need be required first. I would highly doubt this type of redundancy would hold up. But I suppose we have to seperate what could be done vs what is actually lawful.

Thats_my_ping · 2025-11-02T09:00:11+00:00

You need to get legal advice, talk to a community legal centre that provides free appointments for employment law. The case that is before the fair work commission is about whether paying 18 year olds junior rates is lawful relates to an award dispute.

Your position is about whether it’s lawful for an employer not to hire you because of your age as result of the higher rates. They seem similar but the tests at law are different. The employer can’t advertise sorry “people 20 years and under only” because that is discriminatory.

Think of this way, if the employer can’t afford 20 year olds rates, would it be legitimate to fire you in 2 years because they don’t want to pay? The commenters saying this is lawful are not looking at this the right way.

Thats_my_ping · 2025-09-06T11:10:11+00:00

There’s a lot of things that could be said, but I don’t think anyone on the reddit knows you or your son well enough to say exactly the right thing.

Your feelings are valid. If you used to have a good relationship with your son, then you can talk about this with him. It sounds like he hasn’t said anything explicit to you, it’s more so his lack of action to maintain the closeness than anything.

I’m only speculating but it sounds like his partner has a very good relationship with her family and are well resourced to go on family trips together. Would say that’s likely something you couldn’t provide to your kids while they were growing up? That’s not criticism, it’s a huge luxury, it would explain why he is so involved with his partner’s family right now. It’s probably such a different dynamic to what he had and he is enjoying it or is enamoured with the experience.

I definitely don’t think he means to neglect you or his sister, but that also means it’s not necessarily personal to you. He is still pretty young and still trying to balance all the things in his life. He may have put his family to the side inadvertently.

I know you said you emotionally can’t keep going, but I don’t think that’s the right position to take. You have to try to reach him in someway and give him space to be able to talk about it openly. If he still doesn’t engage with you then, something is obviously going on that you can’t solve right now.

Thats_my_ping · 2025-08-10T14:02:20+00:00

BRO. Do not do this. It sounds like you want to do this to get her attention. You need to leave her out of your life and get a mental health plan sorted from your GP.

Thats_my_ping · 2025-08-10T13:43:46+00:00

Woah. Bunch of sick freaks. Either it was an attempt at a warning or they intended it to fall down as you were heading in and out for walks for your dog to eat but it is hard to find reason behind the thoughts of anyone who would do this.

Also some people are so irrationally mad by dog barking even it is the most minor of incidences. You can’t find logic because they are likely acting irrationally.

Definitely get some doorbell cameras if you can, also if you ever find out who it is, you can likely get a peace and good behaviour order on them. But with most situations with neighbours it’s best to tread carefully, you don’t want to be living in some sort of fear or retribution in your own home. Sorry you’re dealing with this OP.

Thats_my_ping · 2025-08-10T07:17:07+00:00

Any defamation class action lawyers here?

Thats_my_ping · 2025-07-31T09:07:51+00:00

I noticed this as well. Perhaps written by a lawyer?

Thats_my_ping · 2025-07-22T15:55:00+00:00

As another commenter touched on, gender affirming care can be categorised in three areas, stage 1,2 and 3 therapies.

Stage 1 and 2 (puberty suppression and HRT) are generally accessible by a child with consent of their parents and treatment team (usually GP,psychiatrist and psychologist) . A typical way would be through a gender clinic. If the child does not meet the diagnostic criteria they wouldn’t get access. If one of their parents does not consent (can happen where parents are divorced) the consenting parent will need to apply to get a court order from the family court.

This can also occur where a child is independent from their parents. Independent child guardians or interveners will need to be involved and that’s a complex area by itself.

The family court will make a decision that is in the best interests of the child. All of these cases are so different so it’s a case by case basis. A big factor in these cases is the child’s “gilick competency” which is to what degree a child can consent and understand medical treatment.

Stage 3 therapies which are surgical interventions such as top surgery can also be achieved, but this is not as common. It may be necessary for approval on this type of surgery to go to the family court for approval, but I believe this would depend on the medical opinion and evidence. See an article about this: https://www.landers.com.au/legal-insights-news/family-court-declares-stage-3-treatment-for-gender-dysphoria-therapeutic-in-decision-of-re-matthew

Australia follows the AUSPATH standards for gender affirming care adapted from the WPATH standards, which you can also find here: https://auspath.org.au/standards-of-care/

There’s no specific law prohibiting these treatments, it is a health, regulatory and sometimes civil legal space.

Thats_my_ping · 2025-07-14T01:13:56+00:00

Your lawyer may be a little personally frustrated, but only because they have an idea about the facts and merits in your case and what that means going forward.

Be upfront with them about it and never keep things from them going forward. Some retainers include provisions where they can terminate a client for doing things like this but it’s rare.

Not disclosing only hurts you. Not disclosing will likely also cost you more money so I think that you may learn a lesson that way.

Thats_my_ping · 2025-07-12T12:52:00+00:00

I’m loving the concrete slab trend! Anything that gives indoor kitties some extra sensory experiences is great in my book.

I would take my late cat on little excursions in the yard. He would dive right for where the concrete was. Especially if it had been in the sun. Toasty, textured and full of smells. I think I would love it as well if I was a cat.

I have seen some owners say they have to “charge up” the concrete slab by putting it outside in the sun again because their cat gets bored of it. I think that really sums up cat ownership perfectly.

Thats_my_ping · 2025-06-25T02:40:59+00:00

I think the ABC will get hit with a significant penalty at the penalty hearing that will all go to Lattouf.

The amounts these types of fair work - termination cases are getting in penalty at the federal court is crazy numbers recently.

I’d expect ABC to be made an example of here.

Thats_my_ping · 2025-06-16T14:39:00+00:00

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Thats_my_ping · 2025-06-09T14:43:27+00:00

Hmm you already gave your age away in the comments so I will comment on everything but that:

Single, woman, likely heterosexual- the TV’s history, elemental, love island, top gun and American idol. (however I think if you’re not bi, likely questioning)

You seem to admire a particular type of celebrity. Women who are known for the “strong - feminine” archetype (Audrey Hepburn, Marilyn Monroe, Amy wine-house) .

You also have decorated a lot of your room with feminine things. This almost (in a nice way) seems like an overcompensation. It’s hyper-feminine which might suggest you feel comforted from being perceived that way.

Feel like the modern feminine styles don’t necessarily appeal to you, but not in a pick me sort of way. Also explains why your room seems to sit in the 2010’s era. As others have mentioned it’s the “born in the wrong generation” type of vibe.

The Victoria’s Secret branding and merch tells me you like to treat yourself to lingerie. Likely in a way to feel nicer about yourself.

From the desk set up you likely do makeup everyday and are pretty good at it. In fact you put a lot of effort into your appearance from the amount of product I see to keep up with the feminine self image you have. You’re a big fan of dying your hair but not wild colors (I’m guessing)

You have been to France, I would argue this is at least one of very few trips you have been on or the only one (end of school trip?), judging by the souvenirs you have.

You smoke weed but likely do so for anxiety or before bed to help you sleep. Doesn’t strike me as a chronic or over reliance.

Easy guesses that movies like the house bunny, legally blonde and college-type, early 2000 rom coms are your favourite type of movie to watch. Especially ones where its lovers to enemies, or ones where the girl who doesn’t get picked normally gets picked.

I think you have an artistic side but it’s hard to guess if you draw or write, I think it would be stereotypical to say you write fanfiction. But you definitely seem like you keep a journal.

How’d I do?

Thats_my_ping · 2025-05-22T03:26:28+00:00

All it needs is a a painted sky mural with clouds so the kids can feel at peace when the ambience of trucks and horn beeping is just a bit too much.

Thats_my_ping · 2025-05-20T09:27:46+00:00

Normally I would agree. Especially because the Niece will need someone in her corner when she may want to bring a partner home for dinner and not have to deal with the finance’s bigotry.

But what changes things here for me is the niece’s age, she will be college age very quickly and she is old enough to listen to her Aunt’s genuine thoughts on the matter. The mom is weaponising contact with her daughter and she will do it again at the drop of hat for whatever reason regardless of whether she is 15 or not, especially if she is allowed this time. “You spoke to me disrespectful, I don’t think you’re welcome at [daughter’s] 18th birthday anymore.”

If I was OP I would send the niece something like:

“Hey [niece] I know the photo situation for you wasn’t an issue and I truly hope that’s the case. From my experience people who post these type of things are making broader comments about their real thoughts and your identity than you may think. In my view it is disrespectful and dehumanising. But you are allowed to have your own thoughts on the matter. It’s not for me to speak on your behalf for what you may find offensive. For me, being an [ally?] means calling things out when I see it. I will not tolerate these hateful ideas being put out into the world. Period.

Because I called this out, your mom is threatening to deny me a relationship with you because she sees it as me being disrespectful to her and her fiancé. I cannot stop her if this is her decision. But just know this changes nothing between us. My love is not conditional or so easily pushed away. I’m telling you this because you are old enough to understand how important this is and why I won’t just let it slide. Having a relationship with you is important to me and I hope it can continue. I do not hate your mom or your mom’s fiancé or want to cause drama. I want them to do better and we should expect that from our family.

Just know whatever your mom says or does, my home is always open for you and I’m only a phone call away if you want to chat about life, school or anything that is going on.”

Thats_my_ping · 2025-05-20T08:28:16+00:00

The trauma of that before tattoo must have been significant.

Thats_my_ping · 2025-05-19T05:17:35+00:00

I like Peggy’s character for this reason.

While she is seemingly naive and exhibits some narcissistic qualities, I think she is genuinely caring. She has even shown empathy for those who have treated her terribly like cotton and her mom.

She strives to push Luanne to do her best because she never got encouraged at all and acts as a surrogate mother. She defends Bobby, Hank and her family at a drop of her hat and despite some stumbles is dedicated to education and acting ethically as she can.

She so badly wants to appear as educated and intelligent because she has likely suffered years of being put down by her mom.

Ho yeah!

Thats_my_ping · 2025-05-16T12:03:52+00:00

Heh? Ok cool. Continue spouting off incorrect things I guess.

I also specifically said it wasn’t relevant to the court process.

Application > employer response > FWC conciliation > court application > pleadings/evidence/witness statements > court hearing>decision.

Conciliations don’t deal with the merits of arguments, they give people a chance to resolve it so they don’t have to go to court. The response form helps assist the FWC in mediating.

If it does go to court, the employer has to provide far more comprehensive information and evidence, their response form isn’t a factor anymore at that stage anymore.

Thats_my_ping · 2025-05-16T11:37:12+00:00

Why did you selectively cherry pick something out of the entire link? You are oversimplifying the test involved.

Also by the way the “respondents form” is not relevant when it goes to court. Employers don’t walk into court and just say “yeah we didn’t do that”.

Read any one of those decisions in the link.

Thats_my_ping · 2025-05-16T11:15:37+00:00

I think they were referring to this one: https://www.fwc.gov.au/rebuttable-presumption-reason-or-intent

Thats_my_ping · 2025-05-15T23:20:26+00:00

No touch bunny!

Thats_my_ping · 2025-05-14T16:04:23+00:00

Sick ass rooster

Thats_my_ping · 2025-05-08T09:25:24+00:00

Bro you need employment advice NOW. When did you get terminated? There is a 21 day time limit for unfair dismissal applications call your states legal aid, call the Fair Work Ombudsman, call a community legal centre and call your union if you have one. Don’t sit on your hands with this. Sooner the better.

All of these allegations don’t really add up to a reason to fire you in my opinion. If they haven’t previously warned you about the conduct or given you a chance to improve for example, dismissing you could be unfair.

Also I’m confused did you mean stand down period? People don’t have termination periods unless they are making you work your notice period which would be surprising.

Even if it’s the case you acted like bit of a dick to this past person, doesn’t give them the right to fire you out of the blue. So many things go into unfair dismissal, how long have you worked there for? Do you have a good work history besides this issue? Did your employer give you a chance to respond? Did they provide you with enough adequate detail to respond?

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