Just and equitable remedy: In all the circumstances
Just and equitable remedy: In all the circumstances N v SA Mint (Rf) (Pty) Ltd (JS475/2022) [2024] ZALCJHB 445; (2025) 46 ILJ 964 (LC) (4 November 2024) per R Itzkin AJ. Excerpt regarding awarding compensation ito ss 193-195 of LRA [and possibly relevant to costs as...
Increased life expectancy: Medical field boom
It can be argued that increased life expectancy has contributed to a boom in the medical field, but it’s important to frame it carefully and support it with reasoning. The increasing life expectancy of populations worldwide has been a major driver of growth in the...
TASK agreement back-pay: Standing and granted relief
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Averments and artificial distinction: Reasonable appeal prospects
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Sexual harassment confirmed: Disallowed appeal
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Terminating employment on notice: Constitutional question?
Terminating employment on notice South African labour laws allow employment contracts to be terminated on notice but only employers have to provide a valid and fair reason related to conduct or capacity or based on operational requirements but is this not...
World of work law: Unique legal zone
✅ 1. What distinguishes Civil Law from Criminal Law? FEATURE CRIMINAL LAW CIVIL LAW Purpose Punish wrongdoing; protect society Resolve disputes; compensate harm Parties State (prosecution) vs Accused Private parties (individuals, companies, organisations) Burden of...
Stare decisis concept: Cornerstone of legal system
Given the increasing number of judgments in the courts is the concept of stare decisis still applicable in South Africa? Yes – stare decisis (precedent) is still very much applicable in South Africa In fact, it remains a cornerstone of our legal system, especially...
Ratio decidendi concept: Legal principle
How is the concept of ratio decidendi applied in South Africa? Let’s unpack how ratio decidendi operates specifically in South African law, especially in the post-Constitution era. ✅ 1. What is ratio decidendi? It is the legal principle or rule of law that a court...
Regrading and advancement report: Proper remedy?
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