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Ghost Workers and Disciplinary Standards
LAC ruling and Draft Dismissal Code clarify that disciplinary hearings rely on practical fairness—not criminal trial standards.

Grant Wilkinson
Jun 44 min read
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Navigating the Digital Minefield: A Framework for Assessing Sexual Harassment in the Modern Workplace
Assessing sexual harassment in digital workplaces requires intent, context, and power dynamics, not just policy checklists.

John Botha
May 275 min read
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Eradicating Racism in the Workplace: A Firm Stance From The Labour Court
Labour Court upholds dismissal for workplace racism, reinforcing zero-tolerance policies and emphasizing fair disciplinary procedures.

Jonathan Goldberg
Apr 72 min read
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Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: Lessons from Pioneer Foods (Pty) Limited vs CCMA
Insights from Pioneer Foods case on sexual harassment, workplace conduct, and fairness in disciplinary processes.

Jonathan Goldberg
Apr 22 min read
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Workplace Harassment: Balancing Employer and Employee Responsibilities
Workplace harassment: balancing employer and employee duties for timely reporting, prevention, and cooperation in South Africa.

John Botha
Aug 21, 20242 min read
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Differentiating Between Misconduct and Incapacity
Learn to differentiate between employee misconduct and incapacity in South African workplaces for fair and effective management.

GBS
Sep 26, 20233 min read
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Dismissal: Gross Negligence and Consistency?
Explore the fairness of dismissal for gross negligence in South African labour law, focusing on consistency and disciplinary procedures.

Jonathan Goldberg
Aug 23, 20232 min read
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Disciplinary Action Needs to Happen Quickly
Learn why disciplinary action needs to be taken promptly in South African workplaces to ensure fairness and maintain trust.

GBS
Sep 20, 20222 min read
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A Deep-Dive Into The Protected Disclosure
Understanding protected disclosures and whistle-blowing in SA workplaces ensures confidentiality and legal protection for employees.

Grant Wilkinson
Aug 27, 20215 min read
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Can An Employer Question A Disciplinary Hearing Conducted By A Third Party?
Understand the importance of urgency and internal review processes in disciplinary hearings, with insights from Mzolo v Rhodes Employer case

GBS
Aug 25, 20212 min read
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When The Employer Is Too Quick On The Draw In A Misconduct Dismissal
Learn how a rushed misconduct dismissal can backfire, as shown in the SABC v Phasha case, and the importance of following correct procedures

GBS
May 25, 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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