Melbourne. A woman who claimed unfair dismissal lost her chance to be heard after failing to pay the required application fee or respond to reminders.
Where: Melbourne
Case name: Jodie Buckless v FluidDrive Pty Ltd [2025] FWC 2250
Date of decision: 1 August 2025
Link to full case: Click here to view decision
Who: Jodie Buckless, former employee at FluidDrive
What: Lodged unfair dismissal claim but didn’t pay fee or respond to follow-up
Outcome: Application dismissed due to non-compliance with filing requirements
Legal Principle/s:
- An unfair dismissal claim must comply with procedural rules, including paying the filing fee or applying for a fee waiver.
- The Commission can dismiss a claim if these steps are not followed and the applicant fails to respond.
Commentary:
This case highlights the importance of following proper filing procedures. Even if the claim itself may have merit, it won’t proceed if technical requirements aren’t met.
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