Contents
1. NOTICE PERIODS
2. PAYMENT IN LIEU OF NOTICE
3. EMPLOYEES IN ACCOMMODATION PROVIDED BY THE EMPLOYER
4. SEVERANCE PAY
May employers exclude candidates for employment based on the fact that they have a criminal record, or may an employee be dismissed if the employer discovers that an employee has a criminal record?
COSATU gave notice to NEDLAC of their intention to embark on nation-wide protest action on Monday, 7 October 2024. What does this mean for employers?
If an employer contemplates dismissing employees based on operational requirements (retrenchment), the Labour Relations Act (LRA) requires the employer to follow certain procedures. However, may an employer approach employees informally and strike a deal by signing a mutual separation agreement, thereby avoiding the legal technicalities of the LRA?
The challenge of dealing with irregular or ‘fake’ sick notes continues. Taking disciplinary action against employees may backfire, as happened in the case of Woolworths vs Maseko and others (2024) LAC.
This year 16 June (Youth Day) falls on a Sunday. Therefore Monday, 17 June, is also a public holiday. So, what must employees be paid?
I would to get advice regarding a staff member that has been with our company for 8 years. He was involved in a car accident and broke hes leg badly, he is elderly and my concern is that he wont be able to fulfill his duties. what are our options as a company.
Thank you
Reply to Illse: We would suggest that you have an openhearted disussion with the employee regarding the situation and find out what his perspective is and what his future plans are. Hopefully this can lead to a mutually acceptable solution which you can formalise in a written agreement. However, if the employment relationship is strained or you sense resistance, I suggest you follow the Medical Incapacity procedure. You’re welcome to give us a call on 0860 102 871 if you need assistance.
how long must an employee be working for you
before they are deemed permannt
Reply to Noel: If a person is appointed without clearly stipulating when the contract will end, the appointment is regarded as indefinite (which is the same a “permanent”).
Good day
I would like to find out about the law’s around wages due after resignation.
As far as I know it should be payed out on the last day of work. Is this correct and can anyone send me the documentation to back this up?
Thank you.
Reply to Danelle: When an employee resigns, he/she has to give notice in terms of the contract of employment. Payment will be due on the date of termination.