Were you unfairly dismissed?
Find out in 90 seconds whether you likely have an unfair dismissal claim under the Fair Work Act, and how long you have to act.
No payment. No commitment. Your answers stay private.
How it works
From confused to prepared, fast
Fair Go is there for you from the first sign of trouble
Were you dismissed?
YesNoCheck where you stand
Answer a few plain-English questions and find out in about 90 seconds whether you likely have a claim, and how long you have to act.
Final warning meeting
12 Mar
Performance email
3 Apr
Add to timelineBuild your private record
Capture a timeline of what happened, with evidence and witnesses, while it's still fresh. Everything stays encrypted on your device.
- 14 days left to lodgeExport summary
Be ready to act
Track your deadline and export a clear, organised summary you can take to a lawyer or use to push back yourself.
If your claim succeeds
Reinstatement or compensation
Reinstatement
The Fair Work Act's first option: getting your job back. The Commission must consider it, but it's granted rarely.
Compensation
Payment for lost income when reinstatement isn't workable. Most outcomes are a handful of weeks' pay, not the headline cap.
$5,770 - $20,000
median
$8,704
What you get
Everything you need, on your side
The other side has HR and lawyers. Fair Go gives you the tools to stand on equal footing.
Free eligibility check
Understand your options under the Fair Work Act in about 90 seconds. No payment, no account needed.
Private by design
Your record is encrypted on your own device. We can't read it, sell it, or be made to hand over what we can't see.
Deadline tracking
Unfair dismissal claims have a strict 21-day window. Fair Go shows exactly how long you have left.
Timeline, evidence & witnesses
Keep dates, messages, documents, and people who saw what happened together in one organised place.
Find out where you stand
It takes about 90 seconds, it's free, and your answers stay private. The clock is often already running, so the sooner you check, the more options you have.
Learn
Blog
Plain-English articles on unfair dismissal in Australia: eligibility, deadlines, and what to do next. Not legal advice.
FAQs
Is Fair Go legal advice?
No. Fair Go gives general information about unfair dismissal under the Fair Work Act. It does not replace advice from an employment lawyer about your specific situation.
Is the eligibility check free?
Yes. The check takes about 90 seconds, costs nothing, and you do not need an account to get started.
Who can see my answers?
Your record is encrypted on your own device. Fair Go cannot read it, sell it, or hand over what it cannot see. Use a personal email, not your work account.
What is unfair dismissal?
Broadly, it is when you are dismissed from your job in a way that is harsh, unjust, or unreasonable, and you are covered by the unfair dismissal protections in the Fair Work Act. The free check helps you see whether you may be covered.
How long do I have to lodge a claim?
For most unfair dismissal applications, you have 21 days from the date your dismissal took effect to apply to the Fair Work Commission. Fair Go shows how much time you likely have left based on your answers.
Do I need a lawyer?
Not to use Fair Go. Many people start by checking their options and building a record themselves. For advice about your circumstances, or to lodge and run a claim, speak to an employment lawyer or contact the Fair Work Commission.