Labour law articles

A trade union is an association of workers grouped together in one organisation to represent members in their dealings with employers. Trade Unions A forum

The recent strikes at Pick ‘n Pay and South African Airways illustrate the damage that they can cause Try to solve disputes before it is

The Wage Act, 1957, established a Wage Board to investigate wages and working conditions in specific industries, trades and undertakings in specified areas. Wage Board

If parties are planning retrenchments as a result of a merger it is likely that the merged entity may face a conditional approval and a

Employers are often at a loss when an employee refuses to sign a contract of employment. Can the employee be disciplined or dismissed? What other

The best managers are not those who dismiss as many employees as possible with a ‘golden handshake’, but those who achieve excellent performance within their

This article examines the law surrounding dismissal of staff When, why and the reasons you are allowed to dismiss Source: Practical Guide to Human Resources Management by

How to lead you company towards success using agreed objectives and work delegation Effective leadership is about guiding your employees along the path to success

Your employees are one of your most expensive overheads. However, the more you pay your employees, the more profit they will make your company. Do

The basic Conditions of Employment Act and Schedule 8 of the Labour Relations Act make it imperative for an employer to give a written copy