Employment Law: Case Analysis and Legal Principles Report

This report delves into the intricacies of employment law, focusing on the analysis of case studies and the application of legal principles. The assignment examines scenarios related to workplace injuries, compensation claims, and employer liability. It references key legal precedents, including cases like Zlateska v Consolidated Cleaning Services Pty Ltd & Anor and Smith v Australian Woollen Mills Ltd, to illustrate the legal framework governing employer responsibilities and employee rights. The report explores the circumstances under which an employer might be held accountable for injuries sustained by an employee, differentiating between incidents occurring within and outside the workplace. Furthermore, it considers the implications of reporting injuries to government authorities, referencing cases such as Pere v Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service and Beven v Brisbane Youth Service Inc. to assess the scope of employer obligations concerning employee health and safety. The conclusion of the report provides a synthesis of these analyses, offering insights into the legal outcomes of the scenarios presented.

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Employment Law

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents.......................................................................................................................2
Answer to Question1a................................................................................................................3
Issue........................................................................................................................................3
Rule........................................................................................................................................3
Application.............................................................................................................................3
Conclusion..............................................................................................................................3
Answer to Question1b................................................................................................................3
Issue........................................................................................................................................3
Rule........................................................................................................................................3
Application.............................................................................................................................3
Conclusion..............................................................................................................................4
Bibliography...............................................................................................................................5

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Answer to Question1a
Issue
The main legal issue with reference to the facts of the chain of events in the instance involved
implies whether Mellissa is eligible for making claims with reference to compensation for the
injuries sustained1.
Rule
The judgments delivered by the courts in the cases of Zlateska v Consolidated Cleaning
Services Pty Ltd & Anor and Smith v Australian Woollen Mills Ltd would be analysed.
Application
In the cases of Zlateska v Consolidated Cleaning Services Pty Ltd & Anor and Smith v
Australian Woollen Mills Ltd, the courts held that the burden of proof lies on the plaintiff as
far as injury sustained during the course of employment is concerned.
Conclusion
It is concluded that Mellissa cannot claim compensation as the injury took place outside the
premises and purview of her employment.
Answer to Question1b
Issue
The main legal issue with reference to the facts of the chain of events in the instance involved
implies whether her employer would act in contravention the legislation if her injury is
referred to the authority of the government.
Rule
The judgments delivered by the courts in the cases of Pere v Central Queensland Hospital and
Health Service and Beven v Brisbane Youth Service Inc. would be referred.
Application
In the cases of Pere v Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service and Beven v Brisbane
Youth Service Inc., the courts opined that employers are under an obligation to ensure hea;th
and safety at the workplace.
1 N van der Waarden, Employment Law: Concepts and Cases (Chatswood, Australia: LexisNexis Butterworths,
4th ed, 2017)

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Conclusion
As the incident took place outside the premises off the workplace, no liability would be
imposed on Mellissa’s employer.

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Bibliography
N van der Waarden, Employment Law: Concepts and Cases (Chatswood, Australia:
LexisNexis Butterworths, 4th ed, 2017)