Absence Does Not Automatically Justify A Dismissal

It is important to note that all disciplinary measures taken against employees should satisfy procedural and substantive fairness requirements as stipulated in the Labour Relations Act 66 / 1995. Employers should be cautious and avoid the pitfalls of terminating an employee’s employment due to prolonged absence from work as a result of their incarceration. In... Read More

DID YOU KNOW, Labour

January 21, 2022

The Way Forward With Zimbabwean Employees And Zimbabwean Exemption Permits (Zep’s)

It is common to find foreigners employed within a workplace in South Africa, specifically Zimbabwean Nationals. Business Owners were recently confronted with the impact the Governments’ recent decision to revoke Zimbabwean Exemption Permits (ZEP’s) for Zimbabwean Nationals has on their business. ZEP’s, previously known as ZSP (Zimbabwean Special Dispensation Permits,) were implemented by Cabinet during... Read More

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January 20, 2022

DYK – The National Minimum Wage Commission Made A New Proposal To Increase The National Minimum Wage?

The National Minimum Wage Commission proposed increasing the National Minimum Wage to R23.10 per hour. If the proposal is to be gazetted and approved, domestic workers earn R23.10 per hour. The National Minimum Wage Commission ill consider the above proposal, and if agreed upon, it will be gazetted and enforced on the date as per... Read More

DID YOU KNOW, Labour, Uncategorized

January 18, 2022

Does An Offer Of Employment Constitute A Binding Contract Of Employment?

The South-African Labour law does not deal with the situation where an applicant was offered a specific position or employment opportunity by an Employer of which the offer was accepted, but only to be taken away before the commencement date or undersigning of the official Contract of Employment. Does the offer of employment constitute a... Read More

Labour, LATEST

January 17, 2022

Must I issue each employee with a Contract of Employment?

Yes, each employee employed in your business must be given a Contract of Employment. According to Chapter 4 of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act 75 of 1997 (BCEA), all employees that work more than 24 hours a month, must be provided with written particulars of their employment. Section 29(1) of the BCEA provides employers... Read More

FAQ, Labour

January 14, 2022

Rights Of Pregnant Employees In The Workplace

Have you ever wondered what your responsibility is as an employer when it comes to pregnant employees? We all know that section 26(1) of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act 75 of 1997 (hereafter referred to as “BCEA”)[1], states that “no employer may require or permit a pregnant employee or an employee who is nursing... Read More

Labour, LATEST

December 15, 2021

SEESA – Professional Legal Support For Your Business!

SEESA prides itself in providing Professional Legal Support, Industrial Relations & HR software for South African businesses. Standing proudly alongside business owners to protect & promote their interests. Our attorneys and specialising business solution staff are at your service to provide you with comprehensive legal protection and assistance. SEESA ProFile allows you to take your... Read More

BEE, Consumer Protection & POPI, Labour, Skills Development, UIF

December 15, 2021

Do you need an online Employee Management solution for managing all your HR and Labour needs?

Take Your Business To The Next Level With ProFile. SEESA ProFile is a complete employee management system for smarter, faster business. • No papers on your desk; • No manual record-keeping; • No errors; • All your employee information safely stored in one place. To find out how SEESA can help your business visit our... Read More

BEE, Consumer Protection & POPI, Labour, Skills Development, UIF

December 15, 2021

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The Difference Between Negligence And Gross Negligence. It is essential to distinguish between negligence and gross negligence. The reason being that negligence will not warrant dismissal for a first offence, whereas gross negligence could warrant dismissal for a first offence. Negligence is seen as the failure to fulfil the standard of care that ought to... Read More

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Resignation With Immediate Effect – What Remedies Does The Employer Have Written By Daniel Brandson The issue with employees resigning with immediate effect is a problem that seems to be happening more often. Employees simply send a message or letter stating that they resign with immediate effect and leave the employer helpless. The employee simply... Read More

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Absence Does Not Automatically Justify A Dismissal

The Way Forward With Zimbabwean Employees And Zimbabwean Exemption Permits (Zep’s)

DYK – The National Minimum Wage Commission Made A New Proposal To Increase The National Minimum Wage?

Does An Offer Of Employment Constitute A Binding Contract Of Employment?

Must I issue each employee with a Contract of Employment?

Rights Of Pregnant Employees In The Workplace

SEESA – Professional Legal Support For Your Business!

Do you need an online Employee Management solution for managing all your HR and Labour needs?

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