WRC dismisses Justin O'Brien’s unfair dismissal complaint after missed hearing

The Workplace Relations Commission found Justin O'Brien’s unfair dismissal complaint against Becton and Dickinson not well founded after he and his representative failed to attend the final hearing. The decision was dated 7 June 2024; the merits were not decided. O'Brien had alleged constructive dismissal, saying the employer’s conduct led him to resign. The respondent had filed written submissions disputing the claim, but the adjudication officer said the case could not be heard without O'Brien.