Sluggett v Commonwealth of Australia

Chandra Sluggett, a Commonwealth public servant, alleged that she was subjected to discrimination, harassment and victimisation because of her disability, in breach of the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (Cth). The Commonwealth denied the allegations. The court considered the evidence and concluded that, although the working environment between Ms Sluggett and the Commonwealth had been difficult, it was due to Ms Sluggett's behaviour and not her disability. The court dismissed the application. The Commonwealth was directed to apply for costs if it wished to do so.