Rights and responsibilities of unmarried fathers
The rights and responsibilities of biological fathers who were not married to the child’s mother at the time of conception or birth can be uncertain. In this article we will discuss when a biological father obtains rights and responsibilities towards their child(ren). Alissa has a 7-year-old son called Jessie. Alissa had been living with her […]
What constitutes fair dismissal?
Labour law emphasises that every employee has the right not to be dismissed unfairly. This law defines the meaning of dismissal and when it may lawfully occur. Substantive and procedural fairness determines whether the dismissal was fair. In terms of section 186(1) of the Labour Relations Act dismissal means that: (a) an employer has terminated a contract of employment with or without notice; (b) an employee employed […]
Constructive dismissal: A last resort?
Dear Mr Lawyer, my employer is making working conditions unfavourable and I am unhappy with her management style. This cannot carry on and I want to resign. Can I claim constructive dismissal because she is the reason I want to resign? Constructive dismissal has become a convenient escape for disgruntled employees. Many employees realise too […]