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Dodgy sick notes? Employers should think again before dismissing based on suspicion
7th May 2025 In Woolworths (Pty) Ltd v CCMA and others the Labour Appeal Court warns that an employer may not dismiss an employee for misconduct based only on... →
Collective Misconduct
7th May 2025 Cashbuild (Pty) Ltd, a national wholesaler and retail supplier, dismissed all of its employees at a particular branch after the employer suffered... →
Déjà Vu: Moss v Road Accident Fund
6th May 2025 The recent judgment in Moss v Road Accident Fund, handed down by the Western Cape High Court, has reignited debate regarding the Road Accident... →
Is that no-show employee really absconding?
5th May 2025 One of the most frustrating challenges for employers is managing situations where employees are absent without communication. In response to these... →
South Africa: Considerations for designated employers when conducting their workplace analysis
5th May 2025 To ensure compliance with their affirmative action obligations under the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (EEA) and the newly enacted Employment Equity... →
Navigating the retirement maze: Mechanisms of retirement implementation
5th May 2025 In the dynamic landscape of workforce management, the concept of retirement age holds both rational and practical importance. For employers,... →
Guardianship vs Custody in South Africa: What Parents Need to Know When Travelling Abroad with a Minor
2nd May 2025 Whether you're planning a family holiday abroad or your child has been invited to compete internationally, navigating the legal requirements for... →
Navigating the Storm: How Rule 43 and Rule 58 Applications Provide a Lifeline During Divorce
2nd May 2025 Divorce is rarely a seamless affair. It can be long, emotionally taxing, and fraught with legal complexities, especially when one party is... →
The "Without Prejudice" Rule Under Fire: Recent Developments in South African Law
30th April 2025 The principle of "without prejudice" has long been a cornerstone of South African law, allowing parties to negotiate settlements without fear that... →
Watt You Need to Know on the draft Electricity Transmission Infrastructure Regulations
30th April 2025 The draft regulations to facilitate planning for the procurement and establishment of transmission capacity by private parties (“the Regulations”)... →
