Ggggrrrrr

Maybe you needed a break Karen - it does sound like it. I hope it's really restorative. And I'm so glad you have a solicitor on the case now - that's great news. Do let us know how you go. Pam xx

Hi ladies

the Cancer Council have been fabulous and have organised probono legal help for me. The solicitor says I have a very strong case. Funny Pam, my solicitor mentioned the lady who appeared on A Current Affair last night. As he said, there is a lot of discussion about this issue at the moment and he is sure my former employer will not want the bad publicity. They still haven't paid me my entitlements so they are just making it much worse for themselves. 

In myself I am enjoying having a bit of a break from working. My lymphodeama has practically disappeared and I'm not feeling completely exhausted. I have been for 5 interviews so far, so I am sure I will find so etching sooner or later. 

I know what I'm doing is the right thing. Evil triumphs when good people do nothing. So this good woman is doing something about it. 

Have be an ice long weekend everyone. Karen xox

Hi Karen - don't know how you're going with all this now, but am posting a story below for you. The woman was sacked while having treatment for breast cancer, started a petition and has got her job back. I'm thinking compensation, because I don't think you wanted to go back?

Thank you so much - good news!

Pam Brunswick

Ferntree Gully. Victoria, VIC

5 Jun 2015 — With most sincere gratitude, I wish to express my heartfelt appreciation for everyone's support of my change.org petition.

The good news is that NPT have personally and publicly apologised for sacking me unfairly - and ensured I have a job to come back to when I’ve recovered.

This was all quite devastating whilst coping with my serious health issues. But I can now start putting this behind me and focus on recovering.

I started my change.org petition out of desperation really – never expecting that an incredible 60,000 of you would support me. And all your signatures and support worked!

But this isn't just about me and my job. You've helped send a clear message to all employers that sacking staff while recovering from serious health issues isn't acceptable. And that there are thousands of people across the country who will back them up.

Thank you again.

Pam

P.S. If anyone else is facing similar situations with their work or other issues, I'd recommend starting a change.org petition by going here.... https://www.change.org/start-a-petition

Hi Karen, 

How has your case with the legal team at the Cancer Council gone? 

I am sure they have already informed you of your options by now. I would encourage you to lodge a "Fair Work" claim for unfair dismissal - it's as simple as filling out one of their online forms. 

I know it takes time to fill out the details of what happened, but as it only costs $66 to lodge a claim, it is surely worth it, and when the outcome is awarded in your favour, your former employer will be ordered to pay you your entitlements, plus compensation for your unfair termination of employment.

You don't have to appear in the same room as them, you can do the "conciliation" over the phone with your legal team speaking for you.

I have been down this path myself (unfair dismissal - before my breast cancer) and found the process to be well worth the time and effort.

Cath

Hi there. Not sure what state you are in but neil mitchell from 3aw took on a similar case a couple of weeks ago. You have nothing to lose by sending him an email

Take care and stay strong.

Maryrose  

Ah Karen - well done girl!! Cleaning the pantry and managing is really constructive, and the bubble bath was a very supportive thing to do for yourself. So glad you are getting pro bono help. The relief is a good sign. You just have to hang on in there now, and keep the pressure on the CC to let the bastard boss know you are taking legal action. I'm sure he'll settle quickly enough then. Big hugs, Pam xx

Hiya, not much I can say that the others haven't. It just sucks doesn't it. Funny though that you feel relief now your aren't there. Wishing you luck in your pursuit of justice. Yiu go girl. 

Hugs. 

Paula x

Hi Pam

i emptied, cleaned and resorted my pantry to try to use my negative energy constructively and then I had a bubble bath.  The cancer council have agreed to help me pro bono so I will definitely take it further. I still haven't been paid out or received any word. If monies are not in my account by close of business tomorrow I will add that to the list of grievances. I must say though, I felt nothing but relief at not having to go there today. Karen xx

Hi Karen - just seen this post after replying to your post on the Lost Libido Ladies. This is appalling. You've had good advice about the Cancer Council and the solicitors - I know it's incredibly stressful having to do this, but you're right, you do need to follow it through. You can use your anger constructively and channel it into getting results from that bastard boss and getting your entitlements. Karma...maybe he will discover he has prostate cancer or something equally awful one day, and be booted out the door.... Perhaps just try to do some yoga or relaxation or meditation to balance up the angry energy a bit? I'm sure you will find another job, and you will probably be far better off with another company. If you feel like taking this to The Age or the Herald Sun, I'm sure they'd do a suitably embarrassing story on your boss and the company. Otherwise, there's always Facebook. I'd do a shame campaign on them right now. Take care, sending you a big hug, Pam xx

Hi Karen, I'm glad you've been talking to the cancer council people and hope they can do something to help. If the strength and wisdom that you display on this site is anything to go by, they need to start worrying :-) Jane xx