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If An Employee Goes AWOL Can You Dismiss Them For Misconduct?
Can you dismiss an employee for going AWOL in South Africa? Learn the legal perspective on unauthorized absenteeism and misconduct.

GBS
May 18, 20212 min read
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What Is Implied Resignation?
Learn what implied resignation means in South African employment law and how it impacts workplace relationships and communication.

GBS
May 18, 20213 min read
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Can Resignation Be With Immediate Effect?
Can an employee resign with immediate effect in South Africa? Explore the legal implications and recent case law on immediate resignation.

GBS
May 13, 20212 min read
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No Dispute is Possible When a Termination is Mutual
Explore the implications of mutual termination agreements in SA. No unfair dismissal claims can be made once a settlement is signed,

GBS
May 11, 20212 min read
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How Much Do You Know About POPIA?
Understand the key points of the POPIA and its impact on businesses in South Africa. Ensure your compliance by July 2021.

GBS
May 11, 20212 min read
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Updated Automotive Production and Development Programme
Explore the updated APDP2 regulations effective 1 July 2021, impacting South Africa's automotive industry and local manufacturing.

Richard Ryding
May 6, 20213 min read
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The Impact Of The Proposed PEPUDA Amendments On The Implementation Of The Employment Equity Act
PEPUDA amendments may affect EEA compliance, urging strict anti-discrimination and harassment policies in workplaces to avoid penalties.

Thembi Chagonda
Apr 22, 20212 min read
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How To Investigate And Prepare For A Disciplinary Enquiry
Thorough investigation and preparation are crucial for success in disciplinary enquiries. Learn essential skills on our Effective Discipline

GBS
Apr 20, 20211 min read
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How To Handle Equal Pay And TES
A TES employee interacting with permanent staff in a corporate office, illustrating equal pay and treatment in the workplace.

GBS
Apr 8, 20211 min read
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What Is Equal Pay and Equal Treatment?
Understand equal pay and treatment laws to ensure compliance, avoid penalties, and secure EE Compliance Certificates for your business.

GBS
Apr 6, 20211 min read
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How will Employers be Affected by the Increase in the National Minimum Wage?
Learn how the 2021 National Minimum Wage increases impact employers, from general workers to domestic and farm worker wage adjustments.

GBS
Feb 9, 20211 min read
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Update On The Employment Equity Amendment Bill
A handshake over a contract, representing partnership, business agreement, and successful negotiations.

GBS
Feb 4, 20213 min read
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The Definition of ‘Short Time’?
Understanding short time: legal implications, employee rights, and employer obligations during reduced work hours in South Africa.

GBS
Jan 19, 20212 min read
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Differences in Pay Do Not Always Amount to Unfair Discrimination
Differences in pay do not always equal unfair discrimination. Learn how to navigate equal pay claims under South African law.

GBS
Jan 14, 20212 min read
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The Labour Appeal Court on Cost
LAC rules on employee liability for appeal and review costs in dismissal cases, focusing on procedural fairness in South African courts.

GBS
Jan 13, 20212 min read
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Suspension Prior to a Disciplinary Enquiry is Not Always Punitive
Precautionary suspension isn't always punitive. Learn how South African law views suspensions in the workplace under the Labour Relations Ac

GBS
Jan 12, 20213 min read
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Dress code is a potential contentious issue
LAC rules on union-related dress code at work, addressing employer rights and employee union activities under the Labour Relations Act.

GBS
Jan 11, 20211 min read
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Double Trade Union Deductions
Labour Court affirms agency shop agreements apply to all unions, upholding majoritarianism under the Labour Relations Act.

GBS
Jan 7, 20211 min read
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How does COIDA Affect your Business?
Understand COIDA's impact on your business: registration, work-related injuries, and compensation claims under the law.

GBS
Jan 6, 20214 min read
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When a Dismissal Related to Unprotected Strikes is Fair
Dismissing employees for unprotected strikes is fair when actions render the employment relationship intolerable, as shown in the Edcon case

GBS
Jan 5, 20212 min read
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