No shortcut to dismissing foreign nationals without work visas
A valid work permit may be absent, but fair labour procedures must still be followed.
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Former Liberty manager and adviser must delete defamatory posts
The proper channels for resolving employment-related grievances are the statutory dispute-resolution bodies, not social media, says the High Court.
Equity targets spark fears of ‘unjust’ penalties for employers
The DA’s court challenge to the Employment Equity Amendment Act highlights not only constitutional questions but also the risk that inflexible sectoral targets and under-resourced bureaucracy will penalise even deserving employers.
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.
Small businesses gain relief under Employment Equity Act amendments
The amendments to the Employment Equity Act will come into force on 1 January. Employers must navigate new compliance requirements and prepare for the road ahead.
