Section 192(2) of the Labour Relations Act states that the employer is responsible for proof in a disciplinary procedure. This principle aligns with the adage, “they who allege must prove.” […]
The Burden of Evidence on Employers in Disciplinary Inquiries Read More »
On May 28, 2024, President Ramaphosa signed the Cannabis for Private Purposes Act (CFPPA) into law. This act intends to regulate the cultivation, possession, and personal use of cannabis by
Cannabis for Private Purposes Act: What Employers Need to Know Read More »
Requiring employees to submit doctor’s notes for absence due to illness is a standard practice aimed at validating the legitimacy, or not, of an employee’s sick leave. However, this practice
Dismissal for an Alleged Fraudulent Medical Certificate Read More »
A designated employer could face the risk of fines should they be found non-compliant with the Employment Equity Act 55 provisions of 1998. The Act defines a designated employer as
Risks for Employers Missing Employment Equity Deadlines Read More »
Employers often use precautionary suspensions while investigating employee misconduct. The presupposition (and standard practice) is that the employee would be suspended on full pay pending the disciplinary inquiry. Still, this
Employees delaying disciplinary proceedings: Is suspension without pay an option? Read More »
During his first budget vote speech as newly appointed Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Leon Schreiber made a point of implementing stricter measures against undocumented workers during his term, starting
Urgent Update – New Minister enforces stricter measures on undocumented workers Read More »
When an employee becomes unemployed or cannot work due to illness, maternity, adoption, or parental leave, the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) provides temporary relief. It also offers consolation to a
PAYE & UIF for Foreign National Employees Read More »
Derivative misconduct occurs when an employee is linked to or implicated in another employee’s misconduct, even if they were not directly involved in the misconduct themselves. It includes situations where
Derivative Misconduct: Employee Accountability in Group Offenses Read More »
Consistency in applying company policies in disciplinary actions is crucial to maintaining a fair and productive work environment. This is particularly crucial in South Africa, where various bodies such as
The crucial role of consistency in company disciplinary policies Read More »
The Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA) has stated that it will not issue a Fidelity Fund Certificate (FFC) to any Real estate agent without a complaint B-BBEE certificate for the
New B-BBEE Requirements for Real Estate Agents in 2025 Read More »
