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Medical Capacity & Dismissals: Is It Discrimination?

Rhys Walker

Employment Relations Consultant, Peninsula

Sally Holmes

Business Development Partner, Peninsula

Managing employees who are injured, unwell, or on long‑term ACC is one of the highest-risk areas of employment law in New Zealand.

Dismissal on medical grounds can be lawful, but missteps in assessing capacity and following a fair process can expose employers to costly personal grievances and discrimination claims.

Join our free webinar to gain practical guidance on how to manage medical capacity confidently, fairly and lawfully.

In just 60 minutes:

  • Medical Capacity Risks: Where medical capacity issues catch employers out, and why missteps so often lead to personal grievances and unlawful dismissal claims
  • Assessing Capability: How to assess an employee’s ability to continue working, including the limits of medical certificates
  • Getting the Process Right: What employers must do before dismissal is considered, from reasonable accommodations to consultation and managing long-term absences
  • Making the Call: How a well-run medical capacity and dismissal process protects your business and reduces discrimination risk

Please note that this is general information and not intended to replace legal advice under any circumstances.

Have a question?

Have a question about the webinar, or perhaps you need some guidance on a HR or workplace safety matter? We’re happy to answer all your questions, call 0800 675 701 or email events@peninsula-nz.com.

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