Why investing in youth is good for your business
Why investing in youth is good for your business It was Nelson Mandela who famously said, “The youth of today are the leaders of tomorrow”. Although some years have passed since his death, his words still ring true. How we treat our youth (legally defined in South Africa as people between the ages of 15-35) […]
Vicarious liability – The responsibility of the employer
As a point of departure, the doctrine of vicarious liability means that the employer is held liable for the wrongful acts or omission of its employees. The difficult issue to establish when dealing with these cases is whether or not the wrongful act arose in the course of the employee’s duties. The Supreme Court of […]
Payroll Administration – All You Need to Know
There are numerous Acts affecting the administration of payroll. Examples of these include: The Basic Conditions of Employment Act; The Labour Relations Act; The Income Tax Act; Unemployment Insurance Act; Skills Development Act; Regional Services Council Act; and Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act. Another document that has an influence on payroll administration is the Company […]
FAQ’s around Insubordination and Notice Periods
FAQ’s around Insubordination and Notice Periods What is the difference between insubordination and Gross insubordination? Question Is it insubordination or gross insubordination if an employee asks to leave work to go and confirm an appointment during working hours and is told that you are too busy and decline the request. The employee goes anyway and […]