Browsing: Labour Law

Mangaung unlawfully revived dismissed charges against a senior HR manager and dragged out his suspension, the Labour Court has ruled, confirming an unfair labour practice.

The Labour Appeal Court ruled that calling a manager a ‘white racist’ does not automatically amount to racist conduct and ordered the reinstatement of a Namaqua Wines shop steward.

Joan Villet’s harassment and unequal pay claim will proceed after the Labour Court rejected a vague and embarrassing challenge.

A single refusal to follow a lawful instruction was enough to justify dismissal, as the Labour Court overturned a compensation award and upheld the employer’s decision.

The Labour Appeal Court upheld reinstatement, finding that the phrase used in a WhatsApp message did not justify dismissal when viewed in context.

A SAPS member who was initially issued a one-month unpaid suspension was later dismissed without written reasons, prompting the CCMA to rule that the dismissal was unlawful and to reinstate him with full back pay and benefits.

Oudtshoorn Municipality’s attempt to cancel a senior employee’s contract without a court order was halted, reinforcing that unlawful dismissal and self-help have no place in public administration.

WhatsApp bible verse posted during xenophobic tensions found to be misconduct, but Labour Court says dismissal was too harsh.

Three retrenched employees win severance pay after court finds their new jobs were not arranged by their employer.

A G4S employee resigned after added duties and disciplinary charges, but the tribunal found no constructive dismissal under South African law.