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3 QUESTIONS EACH EMPLOYER HAS ABOUT CORONAVIRUS

We highlight 3 questions each employer has about Coronavirus. With the number of people infected with the coronavirus, COVID-19 and this number growing rapidly as the days pass by it is important for employers to know what their duty is towards their employers. COVID-19 is making a substantial impact on society, the economy and the workplace, and it is, therefore, the duty of the employer to ensure that certain protocols are put in place to ensure that the working environment that both the employer and the employee are subjected to are safe. However, one question raised frequently is ;

Who Can Enter Into A Contract?

South African law dictates that in order for an agreement to be recognized as a valid and binding contract, it must meet certain requirements. These requirements are as follows: There must be consensus between the parties The parties must have intended for the...

Limiting Employment Claims – Protection Where It’s Needed

What does "Limiting Employment Claims" mean? This title simply means that employment claims are to be viewed in a more holistic manner. When people consider the notion of any right, they focus mainly on the person who is at the bottom of the vertical ‘rights...

Can An Employee Be Dismissed For Posting Racially Discriminative Post(s) on Facebook?

South Africa is a racially diverse country and every day, people of different races encounter one another. Among other places, the workplace is often times an environment in which different races meet, as this is where the South African working population spends most...

Toxic Work Environment

Toxicity in the workplace – are you experiencing this?
A toxic or hostile work environment is not simply left at the door but may seep into every aspect of your life and influence not only your mental health and stability but may and most likely will cause problems with your physical health and even your relationships outside of work.
Section 10 of the South African Bill of Rights as contained in the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa states: 
“Everyone has inherent dignity and the right to have their dignity respected and protected” 

The infringement of ones right to dignity and respect can take various forms including harassment, bullying and passive-aggressive behaviour. 

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3 QUESTIONS EACH EMPLOYER HAS ABOUT CORONAVIRUS

We highlight 3 questions each employer has about Coronavirus. With the number of people infected with the coronavirus, COVID-19 and this number growing rapidly as the days pass by it is important for employers to know what their duty is towards their employers. COVID-19 is making a substantial impact on society, the economy and the workplace, and it is, therefore, the duty of the employer to ensure that certain protocols are put in place to ensure that the working environment that both the employer and the employee are subjected to are safe. However, one question raised frequently is ;

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Automatic Termination of Employment

It is important to be aware of case law and recent judgments regarding the various facets of the law. In this research article, we will be exploring the long-debated subject of an employment relationship that may be terminated by the employer upon a specific event...

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Condonation in Labour Law

We are often presented with the question of what condonation is and what it entails when consulting with new clients. This article will serve the purpose to inform you what condonation means and what it entails.   What is Condonation? In South African law we have...

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Legal representation at the CCMA

Legal representation at the CCMA

It is always best to consult an attorney regarding legal representation at the CCMA when proceeding. A party wishing to attend the CCMA must ensure that they are well informed of their matter. The CCMA is an institution which follows its own rules and guidelines. This...

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The Ins and Outs of Maternity Leave

There are various rights and benefits protecting a pregnant employee and her right to maternity leave. It is the duty of both parties to ensure that they comply with the laws as stipulated and employers should be very cautious if they wish to dismiss a pregnant...

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Rescinding a Default Award

A Default Award is usually made by a Commissioner where one party was absent to the arbitration proceedings. This means that the Commissioner will only hear the evidence of the attending party and make a ruling in his/her favour, depending on the evidence and facts....

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