The Law

Discrimination based on carers' responsibilities
The Anti-Discrimination (Carers' Responsibilities) Act 2000 (the Act) amends the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW) to include carers' responsibilities as grounds for discrimination in NSW. For the first time in NSW, it will be unlawful for an employer to discriminate against an employee or job applicant on the grounds of that person's responsibilities as a carer.

Age Discrimination in the Workplace in NSW
There are a number of sections in the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 which pertain to age discrimination. Employers must be aware of the relevant sections of the act. These are outlined below.

Recent Case Study - Gilroy v Angelov [2000] FCA 1775
Human Rights - Sex Discrimination - alleged sexual harassment by one employee of another - claim by first respondent against employer - sexual harassment found proved - issue as to whether employer had knowledge of inappropriate behaviour - discussion about extent of employer’s obligation (if liability is to be avoided) where employer is not aware of inappropriate behaviour - assessment of damages

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