Bargaining Councils

The importance of witness testimony at Arbitration proceedings

The evidentiary stage of an Arbitration hearing is a defining part of the process. What types of evidence may be relied upon, and what is the Employers’ burden of proof, the value of witness testimony, and the consequences of failing to produce a witness? An Arbitration is a process whereby both parties present evidence supporting [...]

2023-07-11T14:41:37+02:00March 27th, 2023|Arbitration, General, Theme|Comments Off on The importance of witness testimony at Arbitration proceedings

Does ‘Full and Final Settlement’ signal the end of a labour dispute?

How to ensure Employers are covered when signing a full and final settlement or mutual termination agreement. A settlement or mutual termination agreement is a contractual agreement where parties agree to terminate the employment relationship. This contractual agreement is neither a dismissal nor a resignation. This agreement is mutually consented to as a recourse to [...]

2023-05-18T12:35:47+02:00March 20th, 2023|General, Theme|Comments Off on Does ‘Full and Final Settlement’ signal the end of a labour dispute?

Failing to prepare is preparing to fail

A guideline for proper preparation of CCMA and Bargaining Council matters. The old saying goes, “by failing to prepare; you are preparing to fail”. This is why Employers must prepare timeously for their CCMA or Bargaining Council matters to successfully mediate or arbitrate a case to the benefit or success of the Employer. How does [...]

2023-05-18T12:36:53+02:00March 13th, 2023|General, Theme|Comments Off on Failing to prepare is preparing to fail
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