What can I claim in my general protections application (involving dismissal)?

What can I claim in my general protections application (involving dismissal)?

If your employer takes adverse action against you in contravention of a general protections, they may be found to have breached a civil remedy provision which may make them liable for a penalty.

You may seek compensation for any loss and damage you have suffered including humiliation, pain and suffering and/or that any penalty payable by your employer be paid to you.

The Federal Court or the Federal Circuit Court of Australia may make any order the court considers appropriate (sections 539, 545 and 546)

You cannot claim costs incurred by you in taking FWC action (section 611)

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