Alternative disputes resolution as an option for director and shareholder disputes
Disagreements between directors and shareholders are an unfortunate reality in many South African companies. These disputes can range from minor…
Quality of vehicles and components in the retail motor industry in South Africa: legislation and consumer rights
Retail motor businesses in South Africa can be subject to claims from consumers who allege that the vehicles or components…
Intellectual Property Valuation: How long is a piece of string?
Valuing intellectual property (IP) often feels like trying to answer the question, "How long is a piece of string?" The…
Voluntary liquidation vs voluntary deregistration
The volatile economic climate in South Africa has left companies with no alternative but to consider either voluntary liquidation or…
Finding your way in the dark. Considerations for employers in light of the worsening loadshedding crisis
With the woes of power shortages being likely to worsen and persist for the foreseeable future, many questions arise about…
Double trouble and double jeopardy in misconduct matters
When it comes to workplace misconduct, employers must be cautious when addressing disciplinary matters. The principle of double jeopardy,…
We all know what happened, don’t we? Assumptions are dangerous
In the recent decision of the Labour Appeal Court, of Woolworths (Pty) Ltd v Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration…
Shifting gears in the retrenchment process: the concept of bumping explained
In a recent judgment of the Labour Court in Durban, delivered on 05 March 2024, the principle of bumping was…
If your employee swears like a sailor, should he walk the plank?
In most workplaces there are moments when people become frustrated, for a variety of reasons. Tempers flare up and, in…