Employment & Labour Law

 

Employment & Labour Law

The South African Labour Law is an intricate legal area that is essential for the protection of employees and employers.

There is a large body of legislation that exists to address all areas of labour in South Africa and covers a myriad of employee rights and entitlements.

South African labour law is particularly complex due to the political history of the country and the emphasis of the legislation is placed on the promotion of fair labour practices, economic development, peace and safety in the workplace, social development and democracy.

Labour Relations Act

There are numerous legislations that fall under the labour law umbrella. Each one aims to provide regulations for the various categories of the workplace and its operations.

The following are areas of labour that are covered by South African labour law:

  • Retrenchments and Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF)
  • CCMA and Labour Court
  • Basic Conditions of Employment and Employment Contracts
  • Unfair Labour Practice
  • Labour Disputes and Grievance Procedures
  • Dismissal
    • Unfair Dismissal
    • Constructive Dismissal
  • Restraint of Trade
  • Workplace Health and Safety
  • Employment Equity
  • Disciplinary Proceedings and Hearings
  • Resignation
  • Unions, Strikes, Lockouts
  • Deductions, Pensions and Claims
  • Sexual harassment

Van Deventer & Van Deventer Incorporated – Attorneys South Africa

Regardless of the level of employment, job description, race, gender, heritage, age, sexual orientation, religious beliefs or cultural background in an organisation, fair and equal treatment as well as protection from harm is what forms the basis of the South African Labour Law.

Our attorneys are ready to provide expert legal assistance, advice and support with regards to the above-mentioned areas of the law.

We aim to ensure that both employees and employers know and understand their rights and limitations according to the relative legislation. For more information, contact us.

[Title]Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases

Injury on duty is something that can happen to anyone, regardless of the type of working environment. Thankfully, you can claim compensation for occupational injuries and diseases by following the correct injury on duty claims procedure.

Read More ...
Posted by Cor van Deventer on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 Views: 2217

[Title]Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination – Your Rights as an Employee

Now that the Department of Labour issued a Directive on 11 June 2021 with regards to mandatory vaccination policies in the workplace, it is crucial for employees to know what their legal position is in this situation. This article will attempt to present a guide of general application to employees so as to outline what their legal position is in terms of mandatory vaccination in the workplace.

Read More ...
Posted by Cor van Deventer on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 Views: 1076

[Title]Resurgence of COVID-19 - Lockdown Restrictions & the Workplace

South Africa moved back to Adjusted Level 3 of lockdown restrictions at midnight on 28 December 2020. This was in response to the resurgence of the COVID-19 pandemic albeit in a newly discovered variant which, experts say is more infectious.

Read More ...
Posted by Cor van Deventer on Monday, January 4, 2021 Views: 1027