THE IMPORTANCE OF SELECTION CRITERIA IN RETRENCHMENTS
By Reinhard Evans Associate In the recent judgment of Umicore Catalyst South Africa (Pty) Ltd v National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa o.b.o 5 Members (PA3/23) [2024] ZALAC 37, the Labour Appeal Court (“LAC”) confirmed the principal that employers are not permitted to use redundancy as a pretext for retrenching employees, where the actual […]
Rolling the Dice with Justice: The AI Gamble in Litigation
The legal profession stands at a crossroads in the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI), with an ongoing debate over whether AI will one day replace attorneys. Protagonists argue that the remarkable ability of AI to process large volumes of information quickly and generate complex outputs has the potential to revolutionise the legal landscape and render […]
Lessons from Beyond the Pond: a Canadian Perspective on Performance, Mental Health & Discrimination in the Workplace
Canada is famous for many things—its stunning natural landscapes, its warm hospitality, and, of course, its maple syrup. But beyond these iconic symbols, Canada also boasts a well-developed framework of laws that set a global standard for combating workplace discrimination. The Morris v. British Columbia Railway Co. case remains a prime example of how Canadian legal principles […]
Navigating Disciplinary Hearings: Strategies for Success
Are you facing a disciplinary hearing at work and feeling overwhelmed? As a law firm specialising in Labour Law, we at GEA understand how stressful these proceedings can be. However, with the right preparation and guidance, you can successfully navigate the process and protect your rights. Our team of Labour Law experts share some valuable […]
Evictions: Considering the Rights Of Owners And Occupiers
Evictions often involve competing interests, with property owners seeking to protect their rights while illegal occupiers strive to secure their shelter and homes. In such cases, the court are often faced with the task weighing up the competing interests of both parties to determine the best course of action. In the recent matter of Willem […]
Compelling Local Authorities to Stop Nuisance
In the recent matter of Body Corporate of the Six v City of Cape Town (2023) ZAWCHC 82, the Cape Town High Court delivered an important judgment which seeks to shine the light on the circumstances under which a Body Corporate or other occupants of dwellings may compel a local authority to enforce the abatement […]
