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Can an employee be fired for refusing to be vaccinated?
Editor’s note: since writing this article, the Department of Employment and Labour in South Africa issued guidance on vaccination policies in the workplace. Employers seeking
Can I refuse to go to work during the lockdown?
The Covid-19 pandemic has sown fear and confusion. People have lost their jobs and others are scared to go to work and be with co-workers.
Resignation with Immediate effect in the face of Misconduct Allegation
Can an employee resign with immediate effect in the face of misconduct allegations? There have been conflicting decisions and uncertainty whether an Employer can still
Employment rights under lockdown
What happens if a business is forced to close because of Covid-19 and it becomes impossible for an employer and employee to perform under an
CCMA’S Digital Case Referral and Application Platform
The Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) has introduced a free digital platform for CCMA Users to refer conciliation and arbitration disputes and make
Continuing to work after a fixed-term contract ends
A fixed-term contract automatically ends on completion of a specified task or project, or on a fixed date. What is the status of an employee
New Parental Leave Provisions
Editor’s note: the parental leave has changed in light of the recent judgement of Van Wyk and Others v The Minister of Employment and Labour,
Employer liability for damages caused by sexual harassment in the workplace
The news is replete today with the Me-Too movement against the widespread prevalence of sexual assault and harassment, especially in the workplace. When can an
Why Attend Our Next Labour Law Seminar?
Labour law in South Africa can be a complicated matter for business owners and administrators, with many employers facing issues with employment law that seem
There is always a solution
When it comes to the business environment, there are different methods that can help an employer solve a dispute or disagreement between employees. Conflict management
Conversations recorded without your consent can be used against you
When can conversations recorded without your consent be used against you Today it is so easy for an employer or employee to record a conversation,
Long v South African Breweries
Constitutional Court confirms it is not necessary to hold a pre-suspension hearing. In Long v South African Breweries (Pty) Ltd and Others [2018] ZACC 7