Labour Law Attorneys

Know and understand your rights as an employer or an employee.

Labour law legislation protects both employers and employees.

Navigate the complex and nuanced legal intricacies of labour law with labour law attorneys at your disposal.

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Labour law attorneys

South Africa boasts a robust system of labour laws safeguarding the rights of both employers and employees. Key aspects of South African labour law include employment contracts, working hours, leave, minimum wage, unions & collective bargaining and dispute resolution. The main pieces of legislation governing labour relations are:

Labour Relations Act

This Act regulates the relationship between employers, employees, and trade unions. It covers issues such as collective bargaining, strikes, lockouts, and dispute resolution.

Basic Conditions of Employment Act

This Act sets out minimum standards for employment, including working hours, overtime pay, leave, and minimum wages.

Occupational Health and Safety Act

This Act aims to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for all employees. It covers issues such as risk assessments, emergency procedures, and the provision of protective equipment.

Our areas of practice includes

Audit

Audit and review of current labour law policies to ensure compliance with current legislation.

Disciplinary enquiries

Chairing of disciplinary, incapacity and grievance inquiries.

Implementation

Drafting and implementation of disciplinary policies and procedures in the workplace.

Retrenchments

Facilitating and ensuring compliance with retrenchment procedures.

Employment contracts

Drafting of employment contracts, restraint of trade, confidentiality agreements and more.

Representation

Representation at the CCMA, Bargaining Council and Labour Court.

Get advice from labour law attorneys

Whether you’re an employee or an employer, having a solid understanding of labour law is crucial. As labour law attorneys, we can help you address common concerns and issues that occurs on a daily basis. Labour law can be complex and nuanced with all of the legal intricacies to navigate. If you have questions about specific issues like unfair dismissal, discrimination, or workplace harassment, rather consult with experienced labour law attorneys that can provide tailored advice. We can help you understand your rights, navigate legal procedures, and represent your interests in court or at the CCMA.