Defamation by Ex-Employees – Key Lessons for Employers
In South Africa’s evolving labour landscape, the line between freedom of expression and reputational harm is becoming increasingly significant - READ MORE
Sick Leave and Sincerity: Why Honesty Matters During Sick Leave
In South Africa, sick leave is one of the fundamental employee rights protected by the Basic Conditions of Employment - READ MORE
Impact of POPI and RICA on Labour Law
Introduction In terms of section 14(d) of the Constitution, everyone has the right to privacy and not to have - READ MORE
Draft Code on Dismissals & Labour Law Amendments – What Employers Need to Know
The Department of Employment and Labour has released a media statement outlining updates on the proposed amendments to the - READ MORE
Navigating the Contractual Landscape: Limited Duration Contracts vs Permanent Contracts
South African employers are increasingly recognising the importance of understanding the distinctions between limited duration and permanent employment contracts. - READ MORE
Incapacity due to Ill Health – Assessing the Extent of the Employer’s Duty to Accommodate an Employee
Incapacity due to ill health is a sensitive issue in the workplace that requires careful navigation. South African labour - READ MORE
The Use of International Doctors’ Notes in the South African Workplace
In today’s globalised world, employees often travel abroad for personal or professional reasons. This raises an important question: What - READ MORE
Innocent Until Proven Guilty- The Employer’s Dilemma in Managing Employee Arrests
The arrest of an employee presents a complex and sensitive situation for any employer, often leading to unexpected legal - READ MORE
Minimum Wage Increase for Johannesburg Restaurants
The General Secretary of the Bargaining Council for the Restaurant, Catering, and Allied Trades Collective Agreement has recently issued - READ MORE
Effective Enforcement of Restraint of Trade Agreements in the Labour Relations Sphere
In a competitive business environment, employers often rely on restraint of trade agreements to safeguard their proprietary interests, confidential - READ MORE
Employers Obligations regarding Reinstatement Orders
Introduction: In instances where the CCMA orders the reinstatement of an employee, the question that arises is how long - READ MORE
A Harmonious Workplace – Handling Employee Grievances
To most people, the concept of “conflict” has an extremely negative connotation; in fact, people would more often than - READ MORE
Section 189 Retrenchments: Balancing Operational Needs with Employee Rights
Retrenchment is regulated by section 189 of the Labour Relations Act 66 of 1995 and any termination due to - READ MORE
Nedlac Report on the Labour Law Reform Process – An Overview of the Proposed Changes
The long awaited Nedlac Report on the Labour Law Reform Process has now been published, marking a significant milestone - READ MORE
Workplace Policy Review: Are You Ready for the Year Ahead?
As the new year unfolds, businesses face a fresh set of challenges, opportunities and priorities. Right now is the - READ MORE