South Africa has one of the most comprehensive labour laws in the world. It covers various aspects of employment, including minimum wages, working hours, leave entitlements, employee benefits, dispute resolution, and more. South Africa’s labour laws safeguard workers’ rights, promote equal job prospects, and ensure just labour policies. Moreover, the country has a robust system […]
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Maintenance duties include accommodation, food, clothes, medical expenses, and daily living expenses. Maintenance disputes are generally about affordability – the maintenance amount may be too little or too much. Disputes regarding maintenance demand immediate steps to be taken and require urgent intervention. The reality is that resolving a maintenance dispute can be time-consuming, and securing
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Going through a divorce is one of the most vulnerable situations for any person to be in, especially if one of the parties is resistant. The idea of losing a partner can bring about feelings of insecurity and uncertainty about various aspects, such as child custody, financial support, and the general aftermath of the divorce.
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These days, dismissals by employers of employees have become very common. The reasons for the increasing number of dismissals could be as a result of; economic circumstances, social change and more specific factors in the workplace. What is unfair dismissal? An “unfair dismissal” can be defined as a dismissal where there was no fairness applied in
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The opinions and sentiments expressed in this blog about employee rights are the opinions and sentiments of this firm. They will not necessarily be supported or find favour with employers or, for that matter, representatives of employers – such as employer organisations. While it is commonly acknowledged that employees should be treated fairly and given
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YOU, AS CONSUMER, READ IN THE MEDIA ABOUT OTHER CONSUMERS APPROACING THE HIGH COURT FOR ASSISTANCE WITH SUCCESS, THINKING THAT YOU CANNOT AFFORD IT. ONE OF YOUR RIGHTS IS TO HAVE ACCESS TO COURT WITHOUT COSTING YOU “AN ARM AND A LEG”. WE ARE AVAILABLE TO ADVISE YOU, AS CONSUMER(S), ON ANY REMEDY IN LAW
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The dismissal process is a complex and sensitive issue affecting both employers and employees in South Africa. As the employment landscape changes, it’s essential for employers to understand their rights and responsibilities when dealing with termination. South Africa’s labour laws protect employees from unfair dismissal while also recognising the legitimate rights of employers to manage
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Retrenchment is a term used in the context of business and employment. It refers to the process of reducing or downsizing a company’s workforce to cut costs and improve financial stability. It typically involves laying off employees or terminating them for various reasons, such as economic downturns, restructuring, mergers, or the need to streamline operations.
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One of the most important relationships one may find oneself in is the employer-employee relationship. Due to the nature of the relationship, it is essential to ensure that the relationship is regulated by a thorough employment contract which provides for the rights of an employee and the employee’s duties. A written employment contract is not
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Matters involving family law are usually somewhat legally complex and, more often than not, very emotionally charged. Clients requiring legal representation of this calibre require professional guidance to navigate family law matters effectively. In South Africa, family law attorneys specialise in various aspects of family-related legal matters, such as divorce, maintenance, child custody and adoption.
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