Tribunal Rules Company Justified in Firing Employee After 100+ Sick Days in a Year
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Fired for 100+ Sick Days: Tribunal Backs Company Over Employee's Medical Leave
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Moneycontrol•14-03-2026, 16:55
Fired for 100+ Sick Days: Tribunal Backs Company Over Employee's Medical Leave
•Jodie Daunis, a customer service operator for Kelsian Group in Brisbane, was fired after taking over 100 sick days in 12 months due to serious medical issues.
•The Fair Work Commission upheld the company's decision, stating Daunis could not reliably perform her duties on the city's ferry network.
•Daunis suffered from deep vein thrombosis, leading to recurring blood clots and pain, requiring surgery that was delayed due to insurance issues.
•An independent medical examination report was interpreted differently by Daunis/Maritime Union of Australia and Kelsian Group.
•Commissioner Chris Simpson ruled the medical opinion "fell well short" of proving Daunis could resume full responsibilities within a reasonable timeframe.
