Many bitterly-contested court battles between employers and their employees could have been avoided if the employers in question had addressed the question: “Who owns something invented by my employee?”
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What is an occupancy certificate and is it vital to have one?
The National Minimum Wage (NMW) for each “ordinary hour worked” has been increased from 1 March 2024 by 8.5% from R25-42 to R27-58.
The MTI liquidation is in the news again, this time in the context of the liquidators demanding repayment from investors who managed to get their monies out of the company before its collapse.
Employers and employees should both understand the concept of “constructive dismissal”. It’s important because our employment laws say that in certain circumstances a “resignation” may in fact amount to a “dismissal”.
Making a counter-offer to an offer to purchase can be an excellent negotiating tactic in trying to reach consensus so you can finalise a binding sale agreement.
Landlord-tenant clash over power costs amid load shedding. High Court ruling on a gym’s access to a generator and a demanded “diesel recovery levy.” Explore the outcome and court’s reasoning.
Rising workplace financial crimes by trusted professionals. Discover what to do if a victim, considering charges or disciplinary actions. Explore severe consequences and a recent Labor Court decision on dual courses of action.
Valentine’s Day prompts legal and financial reflection for life partners. Learn the risks, remedies, and a High Court case on undefined relationships.
Explore post-property transfer issues: Unlawful structures & buyer claims. Learn the importance of upfront steps to prevent disputes.