An employer is sure to be very upset when an employee is booked off on sick leave, but is then seen engaging in social activities that a “sick” person should not be engaging in. Can the employer dismiss the employee? In the matter of Hans v Montego Pet Nutrition [2024], the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and […]
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Resignation Due to an Intolerable Working Environment
Employees do not always realise that when they resigned because his or her employer made it intolerable to continue the employment relationship, it may actually be a form of dismissal. In terms of the Labour Law dismissal includes any of the following: Constructive dismissal was codified in the Labour Relations Act No 66 of 1995 (LRA). Section 186 […]
Fixed-Term Employment Contracts and the Law
Fixed-term employment contracts are a common form of employment in South Africa. However, they can lead to a variety of legal issues, particularly when they are used inappropriately or in an exploitative manner. This article will explore some of the key legal issues surrounding the use of fixed-term contracts in South Africa. A fixed-term contract […]