Not every unfavourable arbitration award justifies a trip to the Labour Court. While review applications exist to correct serious defects in arbitration proceedings, the threshold is high, and the risks are significant. This infographic explores when a review is appropriate, what the courts consider under the reasonableness standard, and why careful assessment is essential before challenging an award.

 

By Christie De Villiers

Dispute Resolution Official at Consolidated Employers Organisation  (CEO SA)