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REFUSAL TO BE VACCINATED – CCMA FINDS DISMISSAL SUBSTANTIVELY FAIR

REFUSAL TO BE VACCINATED – CCMA FINDS DISMISSAL SUBSTANTIVELY FAIR

In the matter between Kok and Ndaka Security Services, Kok refused to be vaccinated and as a result, Ndaka Security Service (“the employer”) refused him access to the place of work. 
4 WAYS TO GET EMPLOYEES MOVING AFTER THE HOLIDAYS

4 WAYS TO GET EMPLOYEES MOVING AFTER THE HOLIDAYS

When employees come back to their desks after the holidays, it takes some time for them to get back up to speed and pick up from where they left off. However, employers and managers can take steps to help speed up that process.
BUYING SECOND HAND CARS HOW THE LAW HELPS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS

BUYING SECOND HAND CARS HOW THE LAW HELPS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS

Buying a home, along with a car, is probably one of the biggest purchases that you will make in your life. There are however dishonest sellers out there, especially when buying a second-hand car.
DO NOT FEAR IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED NEWLY PURCHASED GOODS DAMAGED OR NOT WORKING AS ADVERTISED

DO NOT FEAR IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED NEWLY PURCHASED GOODS DAMAGED OR NOT WORKING AS ADVERTISED

The Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 (CPA) provides consumers with numerous rights which can be enforced against the suppliers of goods and services. 
MISCONDUCT CHARGES: How precise must the wording of charges be?

MISCONDUCT CHARGES: How precise must the wording of charges be?

They don’t have to be as precisely worded as charges in a criminal case. The Labour Appeal Court (LAC) confirmed this in a decision in August 2021.
Here's why mediation works

Here's why mediation works

We recently asked Managing Director, Mr Gerrit Duvange our in-house mediation expert a few questions about mediation and how it can assist people and businesses alike. 
How will your family survive after you are gone?

FROZEN ASSETS AFTER DEATH

After a death, a judicial process is undertaken, known as probate, which is an extensive process that can take anything from nine months up to two years. During the first step, while the validity of the will is being determined, the family assets are...
HOW DO YOU GET YOUR MONEY BACK IN THE SMALL CLAIMS COURT?

HOW DO YOU GET YOUR MONEY BACK IN THE SMALL CLAIMS COURT?

The small claims court hears cases between two parties without the need for time-consuming and costly lawsuits. You do not need a lawyer to represent you. But this does not mean that you should not adequately prepare for your case beforehand. 
IS COVID 19 VACCINATIONS IN THE WORKPLACE MANDATORY?

IS COVID 19 VACCINATIONS IN THE WORKPLACE MANDATORY?

As South Africa continues to undergo the vaccination rollout, the current area of uncertainty lies in whether employers can force employees to be vaccinated.
WHEN CAN THE POLICE SEARCH YOUR VEHICLE OR HOME?

WHEN CAN THE POLICE SEARCH YOUR VEHICLE OR HOME?

Are the police entitled to search your vehicle or home without a warrant? If you are stopped at a roadblock, can the police search your vehicle?