Crocker v Toys ‘R' Us (Australia) Pty Ltd (No 2)

Crocker, a former employee, sought to appeal a decision by the Federal Circuit Court which had dismissed his claims against Toys ‘R' Us, his former employer. Crocker alleged that Toys ‘R' Us had engaged in unlawful termination and discrimination against him on the basis of his age and disability. The Federal Court was required to determine whether Crocker’s appeal against the dismissal of his claims should be upheld.

The court considered whether the Federal Circuit Court had correctly applied the principles of discrimination and unlawful termination under Australian employment law. The Federal Court found that the lower court had correctly assessed the evidence and applied the law, concluding that Crocker’s claims were without merit. The court examined the evidence presented regarding Crocker's termination and found no basis for the claims of unlawful termination or discrimination. The court found that the lower court's decision was well-reasoned and supported by the evidence.

As a result, the Federal Court dismissed Crocker’s appeal and upheld the decision of the Federal Circuit Court. The appeal was dismissed with no orders for costs.