General Protections and Adverse Action

Law Tram’s General Protections Consultation simplifies the process by connecting you with licensed Australian lawyers who can offer tailored legal advice specific to your situation. This free, fully online, and obligation-free service ensures you receive expert guidance every step of the way.

Treated Unfairly After Making a Complaint or Standing Up for Your Rights?

Australian law protects employees from adverse action that occurs because they exercised a workplace right — like making a complaint, requesting flexible work, taking leave, joining a union, or refusing unsafe work.

If you were fired, demoted, bullied, or otherwise treated unfairly because of something you were legally entitled to do, you may be able to bring a general protections claim under the Fair Work Act.

Law Tram connects you with lawyers who understand these complex claims and can help you assess your options — including urgent applications to stop dismissal or pursue compensation.

We can help you with a range of legal services

Law Tram's Legal Partners can assist with general protections matters, including:

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How It Works

Confidential and Secure Questionnaire

Start by completing our secure online questionnaire. This step allows you to provide essential details about your employment and the treatment you've experienced.

Confidential Legal Summary

Law Tram’s advanced technology generates a confidential legal summary of your situation while keeping your personal and employment details private.

Review by Licensed Australian Lawyers

Your confidential legal summary is shared with our network of vetted lawyers who review your case to determine how they can assist.

Connect with a Lawyer

If a lawyer believes they can help, they will initiate a chat with you through the Law Tram platform. Your contact details remain private unless you choose to share them.

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What Others Are Saying

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I was punished for complaining about safety issues. The lawyer helped me make a general protections claim and get a fair result.

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My employer demoted me after I asked about my unpaid wages. I didn’t realise this could be unlawful until I used Law Tram.

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“I tried to get flexible hours after returning from maternity leave and was pushed out. The lawyer knew exactly what to do.

Legal Information Only – Not a Substitute for Advice

This page provides general legal information only. It is not legal advice and should not be relied on as such. General protections claims are complex and time-sensitive. You should seek advice from an Australian Legal Practitioner before taking or delaying action.
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Take the First Step Toward Resolution

Law Tram’s General Protections Consultation offers a secure, efficient and supportive way to connect with expert legal help. Whether you’re facing unfair treatment after asserting your rights or were dismissed for standing up for yourself, our platform ensures you receive tailored advice from qualified lawyers.

Start your free, confidential consultation today. Please note that Law Tram does not assist in finding legal aid lawyers. If you are seeking legal aid, visit our dedicated legal aid page for more information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Adverse action includes being fired, demoted, treated unfairly or denied opportunities because you exercised a legal workplace right.
Common rights include making a complaint, taking leave, joining a union, requesting flexible work, or refusing unlawful directions.
No. A general protections claim is different and may be available even if you don’t qualify for unfair dismissal protections.
Yes. If your case involves dismissal, you must apply to the Fair Work Commission within 21 days.
Yes. Adverse action can happen before or without dismissal — legal advice helps you decide how and when to act.
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