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Workers Day Article 2019

Making Labour Law Work for you

Now that we enjoy living in a democracy, the law is designed to make sure that workers have rights and are treated equally. We call the different laws that deal with work, labour laws. The key law for the workplace is the Labour Relations Act (LRA). The purpose of the act is to ensure economic development, in the interest of society, democracy and peace.
30 April 2019 | 5 minute read
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What is domestic violence?

If you find yourself in a situation where you are experiencing domestic violence, you have to protect your self. The law is on your side.
11 April 2019 | 5 minute read
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Election Season Looms

On 8 May 2019, it is our turn to make our mark on the ballot paper for the country’s national election.
19 March 2019 | 1 minute read
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South African Rights

The Bill of Rights

South Africans can be proud to be part of a society that is built upon powerful principles of fairness and equality.
19 March 2019 | 4 minute read
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Tobacco

The legal taboos of tobacco

The South African law is constantly tightening up on ways to stop smokers from lighting up.
18 February 2019 | 2 minute read
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Last Will

Deceased estates and the law

Death is a difficult and emotional subject to handle. While we can’t take away the pain, we can make the experience a little easier by helping you prepare for the practical realities that need to be in place.
18 February 2019 | 2.21 minute read
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School Kids

School fees and the law

Although the value of education is priceless, the actual price tag on schooling can be a heavy burden on parents. Understand your rights when it comes to the paying of school fees and other related costs.
17 February 2019 | 3 minute read
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School Girl

School discipline and the law

What laws impact on how your child can be disciplined at school
17 February 2019 | 2 minute read
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Disciplinary Acton

How to handle disciplinary action

Disciplinary action refers to steps that are taken, if it is believed that you have broken the rules for how to behave at work.
17 February 2019
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New Job

New job, new you

10 tips to help you get on the right side of the law, right from the start of a new job
17 February 2019 | 1 minute read
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Basic Conditions of Employment Act

Sometimes, getting and keeping a job feels so difficult, that we forget that we have rights within the workplace. Luckily, the law is here to help make workplaces fair for all.
17 February 2019
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Holiday

Do you deserve a holiday or bonus?

4 things you need to know about bonuses and annual leave
27 November 2018 | 3 minute read
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Cannabis

The High and Low of Cannabis

On 18 September 2018, the Constitutional Court unanimously confirmed the Cape High Court judgment that personal use of cannabis is not a criminal offence.
22 November 2018
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House Rental

Longer-term leasing

Getting ready to move into a new home, or rent your home out to somebody else. Longer-term leases are governed by the Rental Housing Tribunal Act and the Consumer Protection Act.
23 October 2018 | 1 minute read
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Holiday Home

What to know when booking your holiday home

With holiday makers planning their end-of-year trips I take a look at your rights and responsibilities in terms of the Consumer Protection Act regarding booking and renting a holiday home, and should the need arise cancelling your booking.
23 October 2018 | 2 minute read
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Your rights when stopped at a roadblock

It’s important that you are aware of your rights when stopped at a roadblock. Legal advisor, Natasha Ngwerume summarised what you need to know.
23 October 2018 | 1 minute read
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Guide to the Basic Conditions of Employment Act

SOMETIMES, GETTING AND KEEPING A JOB FEELS SO DIFFICULT, THAT WE FORGET THAT WE HAVE RIGHTS WITHIN THE WORKPLACE. LUCKILY, THE LAW IS HERE TO HELP MAKE WORKPLACES FAIR FOR ALL.
11 May 2018 | 5 minute read
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Unemployment

UIF Bill Improvements

The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) Bill has been improved to allow those who lose their jobs to receive money for a longer period when they apply for unemployment benefits.
13 April 2018 | 1 minute read
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