The Labour Appeal Court on Cost
LAC rules on employee liability for appeal and review costs in dismissal cases, focusing on procedural fairness in South African courts.
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GBS
Jan 12, 20213 min read
Suspension Prior to a Disciplinary Enquiry is Not Always Punitive
Precautionary suspension isn't always punitive. Learn how South African law views suspensions in the workplace under the Labour Relations Ac
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GBS
Jan 11, 20211 min read
Dress code is a potential contentious issue
LAC rules on union-related dress code at work, addressing employer rights and employee union activities under the Labour Relations Act.
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GBS
Jan 7, 20211 min read
Double Trade Union Deductions
Labour Court affirms agency shop agreements apply to all unions, upholding majoritarianism under the Labour Relations Act.
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GBS
Jan 6, 20214 min read
How does COIDA Affect your Business?
Understand COIDA's impact on your business: registration, work-related injuries, and compensation claims under the law.
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GBS
Jan 5, 20212 min read
When a Dismissal Related to Unprotected Strikes is Fair
Dismissing employees for unprotected strikes is fair when actions render the employment relationship intolerable, as shown in the Edcon case
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GBS
Jan 4, 20212 min read
Fixed-Term Contract Renewals for Managers
Fixed-term contract renewals for managers: Ensure clarity on expectations to avoid disputes, as seen in the Mageni vs SABS case.
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GBS
Dec 29, 20202 min read
Retirement age and the burden of proof
Retirement age disputes: Burden of proof rests on employees to prove their choice. Learn more from the BMW South Africa case.
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GBS
Dec 24, 20202 min read
Employment Contracts Drafted by HR: Will They Stand Up in Court?
Are HR-drafted contracts legally binding? Learn about a court case that challenged an HR-created employment contract and its implications.
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GBS
Dec 24, 20202 min read
Disciplinary Action Needs to Happen Quickly
Prompt disciplinary action is essential. Learn from a court case where delays led to a ruling of procedural unfairness.
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GBS
Dec 22, 20202 min read
Different Rates of Pay for the Same Job Are Sometimes Okay
Pay differences aren't always discrimination. Learn why wage disparities for the same job can be justified in certain cases.
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GBS
Dec 17, 20202 min read
Section 21(8)C of the Labour Relations Act has Major Implications
Section 21(8C) LRA allows unions to gain organisational rights even if they fall short of thresholds—find out its impact on your business.
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GBS
Dec 15, 20202 min read
Is a Substantive Unfairness Reinstatement Automatic?
Reinstatement isn't automatic in unfair dismissal cases—learn when reinstatement is appropriate and what the LRA says about it.
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GBS
Dec 15, 20202 min read
Why you Need to be Careful When Setting your Retirement Age
Setting a retirement age? Ensure it's based on industry standards or face costly legal battles, as seen in this unfair dismissal case.
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