Tag: legal matters
Addressing defamation in the digital age
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Defamation, which is the unlawful publication of a statement that harms another’s reputation, has found a new and powerful medium...
The definition of an occupier
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An occupier, as defined by Section 1 of the Extension of Security of Tenure Act, 1997 (Act 62 of 1997)...
Organisational rights of trade unions
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Many employers are unaware that in terms of the Labour Relations Act, 1955 (Act 66 of 1995), trade unions...
Delictual duty of the SAPS to prevent crime, disorder and damage
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In two recent cases, the High Court of Pretoria found that the South African Police Service (SAPS) doesn't need...
Farm dwellers: Eviction versus relocation
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The definition of ‘eviction’ as stipulated in the Extension of Security of Tenure Act. 1997 (Act 62 of 1997)...
Layoffs: Five common mistakes to avoid
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South Africa’s labour environment is strictly regulated and complying with legislation requires specialist knowledge.
Given the current economic climate,...
Controversial court ruling pertaining to the keeping of livestock
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The Land Claims Court of South Africa recently delivered a controversial judgment in the matter of Moladora Trust vs...
Evictions and emergency housing: Should municipalities foot the bill?
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Evictions can experience immense delays due to the provision of alternative housing.
The Constitutional Court made it clear that occupiers...
Three types of labour inspections
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South African labour law is extensive and non-compliance can have a serious financial impact to the employer.
There are three...
Land occupations: Legal requirements for human settlements
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Since the promulgation of the first restrictions in response to Covid-19, South Africa has seen a drastic increase in large-scale...