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Labour Court ruling sparks controversy over wage increases for Tshwane municipal workers
The Municipal workers' unions in Tshwane has expressed disappointment over a Labour Court ruling that exempts the City from implementing a wage increase, raising concerns about workers' rights and financial stability.
Labour Court rejects George Municipality's bid to validate unqualified HR appointment
The Labour Court has ruled against the George Municipality's attempt to validate the appointment of a Human Resources manager who lacked the necessary qualifications, highlighting issues of fairness in the hiring process.
George Municipality's attempt to legitimise unqualified HR appointment rejected by Labour Court
Labour Court dismisses George Municipality's bid to legitimise an unqualified HR manager's appointment, exposing significant flaws in their hiring practices.
Patient safety at risk: Labour Court upholds dismissal of doctor with drug issues
A Hermanus doctor who refused drug testing and showed signs of cocaine use has lost his Labour Court case, with the judge ruling his behaviour posed an 'imminent threat' to patients. The court overturned an arbitrator's earlier decision that had awarded the doctor six months' compensation.
Police officer who was dismissed despite paying back bribe, loses Labour Court battle
The police officer allegedly demanded bribe from a father in exchange for the release of his children.
Police administrator who tried to help arrested boyfriend retrieve his cellphone, loses Labour Court battle
Witnesses said they were puzzled by the administrator 's interest in the case and wondered why she was only interested in taking the cell phone of one of the suspects whereas all four of them had phones.
Court case highlights inequities in South Africa's security industry
Tapsosa's landmark case in the Labour Court exposes systemic inequities in South Africa's private security sector, advocating for the rights of over 800,000 workers and demanding urgent reforms
Former Rea Vaya drivers continue fight for reinstatement after dismissals
Nearly 160 former Rea Vaya drivers, dismissed for gross misconduct during a strike in 2015, are still fighting for their jobs as they challenge the fairness of their dismissal in court.
Former Rea Vaya drivers continue fight for reinstatement after dismissals
Nearly 160 former Rea Vaya drivers, dismissed for gross misconduct during a strike in 2015, are still fighting for their jobs as they challenge the fairness of their dismissal in court.
Fired police officers fail in bid to get their jobs back
Two police officers were dismissed for failing to investigate an assault case, leading to a court ruling that highlights the importance of accountability in law enforcement.
Judge dismisses fired officers over uninvestigated assault case
Two police officers were dismissed for failing to investigate an assault case, leading to a court ruling that highlights the importance of accountability in law enforcement.
Baker reinstated after unfair dismissal over mixing mistake
Discover how the Johannesburg Labour Court intervened in a baker’s unfair dismissal case, highlighting the complexities of workplace instructions and accountability.
Labour Court orders compensation of police officer after misconduct review
Judge Robert Lagrange reviews the case of a police officer dismissed for misconduct during the pandemic, ordering her reinstatement and backpay.
Judge dismisses fired officers over uninvestigated assault case
Two police officers were dismissed for failing to investigate an assault case, leading to a court ruling that highlights the importance of accountability in law enforcement.
Baker reinstated after unfair dismissal over mixing mistake
Discover how the Johannesburg Labour Court intervened in a baker’s unfair dismissal case, highlighting the complexities of workplace instructions and accountability.
KZN man in two-decade legal battle with employer over liver disease from alleged work toxins
After two decades of legal struggles, a KZN elderly man seeks justice for liver damage caused by workplace toxins.
Exploitative “piece work” system costs employer in Labour Court
The CCMA ordered the employer to pay the workers the money that they were owed in terms of the national minimum wage.
Workers must get lawful wages - court
The CCMA ordered the employer to pay the workers the money that they were owed in terms of the national minimum wage.
Workers must get lawful wages - court
The CCMA ordered the employer to pay the workers the money that they were owed in terms of the national minimum wage.
Labour Court rejects peeping Tom’s bid to return to work
After being dismissed for peeping into a ladies’ changing room, Moshe Bakang appeals to the Johannesburg Labour Court for reinstatement, claiming his innocence against sexual harassment allegations.
Bidvest security officers' ‘sleeping on the job’ case returns to CCMA
One of the main arguments before the CCMA and then the Labour Court was that the pair argued they were treated unfairly compared to others who slept on the job but were not dismissed.
Bidvest tactical officers’ dismissal overturned: a case of sleeping on the job
Two tactical officers from Bidvest Protea Coin were dismissed for sleeping on duty, but a court ruling has reinstated them, highlighting inconsistencies in workplace discipline.
Labour Court rejects peeping Tom’s bid to return to work
After being dismissed for peeping into a ladies’ changing room, Moshe Bakang appeals to the Johannesburg Labour Court for reinstatement, claiming his innocence against sexual harassment allegations.
Bidvest tactical officers’ dismissal overturned: a case of sleeping on the job
Two tactical officers from Bidvest Protea Coin were dismissed for sleeping on duty, but a court ruling has reinstated them, highlighting inconsistencies in workplace discipline.
Former bank official fails to reclaim job after opening false accounts
A former Standard Bank official’s attempt to overturn her dismissal for opening 99 false accounts to meet sales targets has been rejected by the Johannesburg Labour Court.