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UPDATE: The Prescription Act and its effects on CCMA referrals

Referrals pertaining to Labour litigation: On the 16th of February 2018, Consolidated Employers Organisation posted an article on its blog which concerned the Prescription Act and its effect on CCMA referrals and arbitration awards. When referring to cases being referred to the CCMA, it was commented: “In Fawu obo Gaoshubelwe and Others v Pieman's Pantry [...]

The Prescription Act and its effect on CCMA referrals and arbitration awards

Introduction: It is well known amongst the general population that certain debts prescribe or become void after a period of three (3) years. Yet several employers are still in the dark when it comes to arbitration awards and/or referrals to the CCMA, and the specific time limits which they are bound to. Recent case law [...]