LRA Amendment Bill caps dismissal remedies for high-income earners
The proposed changes limit employees earning over R1.8m a year to compensation – capped at their annual salary – for unfair dismissal claims.
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Labour laws set for major overhaul
From stronger retrenchment safeguards to the inclusion of gig workers under formal labour protections, proposed amendments could redefine the future of work for millions of South Africans.
Terms of a restraint of trade must be clearly set out
Three recent judgments in employment disputes underscore that courts will enforce only those restraint-of-trade clauses that are drafted with precision, protect a genuine employer interest, and strike a fair balance between competition and individual freedom
SA labour law may extend to employees living or working abroad
National labour forums have jurisdiction when the employment contract is governed by South African law and connected to a local public entity.
Dismissal may void restraint of trade, says Labour Court
A recent judgment suggests employers may lose the right to enforce restraints of trade when they terminate staff for misconduct.
Labour Court applications go fully digital
The transition to mandatory online filing aims to streamline case initiation, improve document management, and enhance accessibility for all parties involved.
ConCourt divided over employers’ right to dismiss post-retirement employees
Can an employer rely on section 187(2)(b) of the Labour Relations Act when dismissing an employee who has worked beyond the normal or agreed retirement age?
SAIPA chief executive is not taking his dismissal lying down
Shahied Daniels has accused the accountancy organisation’s board of irregularities and says he intends to challenge his dismissal.
New Labour Court rules take effect: what you need to know
The new Labour Court and Labour Appeal Court rules bring significant procedural changes to streamline processes and tackle case backlogs.
New Labour Court rules target backlog: what employers need to know
The rules now specify new requirements for review applications, including that the application must contain ‘no more than a concise statement of the grounds of review’.
Restraints of trade: important principles for FSPs and advisers
The Labour Court upholds AdviceWorx’s application to enforce its restraint agreements against advisers who joined Wealth Associates.
Labour Court upholds restraint of trade, warning against confidentiality breaches
Two insurance brokers found themselves under the scrutiny of the Labour Court, as they were called to account for soliciting clients from their previous employer.
The downside to a side hustle
It is the sole prerogative of an employer to regulate when moonlighting may be permitted, and if so, on what terms.
Old Mutual resolves disputes with staff fired over Covid vaccination policy
What, if anything, was decided about the legality of mandatory vaccinations in the workplace?
