
Section 54 (1) of the Employment Equity Act (“EEA”) makes provision for the Code of Good Practice on the Handling of Sexual Harassment Cases in the Workplace. The objective of…
Section 54 (1) of the Employment Equity Act (“EEA”) makes provision for the Code of Good Practice on the Handling of Sexual Harassment Cases in the Workplace. The objective of…
The Labour Relations Act provides in section 188 (1)(a)(i) that a dismissal is unfair if the employer fails to prove that the dismissal was for a fair reason following fair…
Businesses are known for restructuring which may be due to various factors such as the economic climate, advancements in technology, etc. Section 189 of the Labour Relations Act 66 of…
Alternative dispute resolution (“ADR”) processes are cheaper, more efficient, less stressful and more interactive than traditional civil litigation. Its flexible and informal processes make ADR an attractive alternative. The degree…
It is a common understanding that in the workplace, there exists an inherent, unequal and often unavoidable bargaining power relationship between employers and employees. The many permutations of the kinds…
The CCMA has been known as one of the busiest and most backlogged forums in South Africa. This clearly indicates the challenges and complexities involved in the workplace. Bargaining councils…
The civil litigation procedures in South Africa can be costly. Given the nature of the legal system having numerous drawn out and postponed court appearances, alternative dispute resolution procedures are…
On 11 June 2021, the Occupational Health and Safety measures in South African workplaces was updated and officially gazetted, to include specific protocols around Covid-19 vaccinations. The amendments to the…
Independent contractors and employees who earn commission may claim home-office expenses from SARS. This benefit has been extended to full time employees who worked or who continue to work from…
The fossil fuel industry is one of the most controversial and polarising topics: it has given rise to, amongst other things, economic expansion and increased independence of countries (the United…
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