Author: Law-At-Work

What is fraud and corruption? Fraud is the intentional deception or misrepresentation made for financial gain or to unfairly benefit at the expense of others.  It involves deliberate acts of …

Implementing discipline as soon as possible is necessary to maximize its corrective effect.  This does not imply that an immediate disciplinary procedure is required, but it does require that unnecessary …

Section 6 of the Employment Equity Act (EEA) prohibits unfair discrimination against employees on arbitrary grounds, including that of race, sex, disability, age and many others.  Not all discrimination is …

The Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) earnings threshold has been increased by 2.9% for 2025, aligning with the economic environment which the country faces. With effect from 1 April …

The National Minimum Wage will increase at a rate of 4,4% from  R27,58 per hour to R28,79 per hour, with effect from 1 March 2025.  This shows an increase of …

Employee screening is the process of verifying a potential candidate’s work history, education, professional qualifications and any criminal records they might have.  It is good practice to do these before …

Managing poor performance in the workplace is a challenging task, and South African labour legislation adds specific nuances that employers must carefully navigate.  If poor performance processed are not handled …

Workplace misconduct, particularly assault, is a serious issue that can disrupt organisational harmony and expose employers to legal risks.  Assault, whether physical or verbal, violates workplace policies and undermines the …

Fixed-term employment contracts are widely used to address temporary staffing needs, but they can pose significant legal risks if mismanaged.  Employers often assume these contracts offer flexibility without long-term commitments.  …