Melbourne. A factory worker’s unfair dismissal claim was rejected after he filed it nearly a year late and failed to show any valid reason for the delay.
Where: Melbourne
Case name: Mr Tyler Slatterie v Bega Cheese Limited [2025] FWC 2189
Date of decision: 28 July 2025
Link to full case: Click here to view decision
Who: Tyler Slatterie, factory worker
What: Filed an unfair dismissal claim nearly 12 months late, naming the wrong employer
Outcome: Case dismissed because no exceptional circumstances justified the late application
Legal Principle/s:
• Unfair dismissal applications must be filed within 21 days unless exceptional circumstances exist
• No valid reason was provided for the delay
• Naming the wrong employer weakened the claim further
Commentary:
This case is a reminder that employees must act quickly after dismissal and ensure they file claims against the correct employer. Missing deadlines can result in automatic dismissal of a case.
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