"South African labour legislation prescribes to employers and employees what they are able to do, when they are allowed to do it, and how. It is, in reality, a potential mine?eld. But help is now at hand with Everyone's guide to labour law, which aims to assist employers and employees in respect of their rights, duties and obligations in most labour-related matters. It deals simply with the relevant legislation and the most common pitfalls, as well as the processes and procedures that must be followed. This comprehensive, current and informative book makes complex Acts accessible and easy to understand, while practical examples provide clarity and better understanding."--Back cover.

THE ONE GUIDE NO EMPLOYER OR EMPLOYEE CAN DO WITHOUT! South African labour legislation prescribes to employers and employees what they are able to do, when they are allowed to do it, and how. It is, in reality, a potential minefield. But help is now at hand with Everyone’s Guide to Labour Law, which aims to assist employers and employees in respect of their rights, duties and obligations in most labour-related matters. It deals simply with the relevant legislation and the most common pitfalls, as well as the processes and procedures that must be followed. This comprehensive, current and informative book makes complex Acts accessible and easy to understand, while practical examples provide clarity and better understanding.

The law affects us all, and even your most basic day-to-day choices and actions have legal implications. Yet few people have much knowledge of the law or understand complicated legal terminology – and lawyers’ fees are beyond many people’s reach. This book will provide you with the necessary information on a wide range of legal issues that may impact on your daily life – at work, in the home, on the road, in the marketplace, and in the courtroom. Written by experts specifically for the layperson, the book’s everyday language is free of obscure legal jargon. It is easily understandable, informative and essential for each and every household in South Africa. What’s new in the 4th edition? This new edition includes new or expanded information on procedures for DNA and other forensic samples; protection from harassment; parental duties and responsibilities; travelling with children; rights to education; fair and unfair dismissals; franchises; developments in property law; electronic fund transfers; the Road Accident Fund; and the law applying to sport.

p>Now in its second revised edition, Labour Law in Practice has helped numerous South African managers and business owners navigate their way safely through what sometimes seems to be an impenetrable maze of labour law and practice. Andrew Levy, arguably South Africa’s best-known labour resource, has over 50 years’ experience in the field, and has taught and trained thousands of students and managers. In Andrew’s opinion, labour relations are not difficult – it is really a matter of common sense and being able to judge an issue based on the facts. His teaching method is to reduce complex issues into simple and logical steps, and then to show how these can be taken with confidence. Written in an easy-to-understand style and laid out in an accessible format, this book covers all essential labour law areas, including hiring new staff, terminating employment contracts, handling poor performance and misconduct, and managing staff attendance, leave and remu­neration. The new edition has been updated to include topics such as minimum wage, the use of short-term contracts and labour brokers, up-to-the-minute labour law amendments, and strike handling. An essential read for any employer or business owner.