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Every employee has the right fair treatment, and should not to be unfairly dismissed or subjected to unfair labour practice.

You would be forgiven for thinking that might be a bleak intro to an article on employment, but bear with us. The road goes up and down, and we cannot lose faith in tomorrow.

There are varying degrees of issues you may face in the workplace that could lead to a difficult work environment, from incapacity to negligence and misconduct. This article will help you understand the differences between these infringements and how to approach disciplinary matters with our assistance.

In this article, we will be exploring all the different types of leave and when you have the right to apply

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.

When it comes to leave, working hours, contract deductions, payslips and termination, employees and employers both have rights, according the Basic Conditions of Employment Act.

10 tips to help you get on the right side of the law, right from the start of a new job

The South African law is constantly tightening up on ways to stop smokers from lighting up.

When you are caught between your baby and your boss, remember that maternity leave laws make sure you do not have to choose. Family comes first and your job is legally protected throughout.

The world is facing a health crisis with the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, and every workplace has to help fight it.

Understanding some of the rules around the lockdown.

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.

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.

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

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.