terms of the Business Act 71 of 1991, certain businesses need a license to operate. In terms of the Act, the following businesses are required to obtain business a business license: Restaurant and catering;Nightclubs;Cinemas and theatres;Spas and health facilities; Prior to obtaining a license, you may not commence trading. Trading without a license is punishable with a fine of up to R2 000.00. Contact CGG INC. Attorneys for any assistance in complying…
Many employees attempt to avoid their fate of dismissal or disciplinary action by resigning with immediate effect. It is important to note that the Labour Court has confirmed that an employer is still entitled to proceed with disciplinary action and to dismiss an employee even after resignation is submitted. You could also be forced to work your notice period and may be held liable for the breach of your employment contract. Contact…
Any employee who works for you for more than 24 hours per month must be registered with the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF). Failure to register an employee for UIF, alternatively deducting UIF contributions and failing to pay same over to UIF constitutes an offence and you will be liable to pay a fine for non-compliance. Contact CGG INC. Attorneys if you need any assistance in this regard. 010 109 0941
A disciplinary hearing is a meeting between an employer and an employee when the employer wish to discuss an allegation of gross misconduct with an employee (or any other behaviour that merits disciplinary action). Holding a disciplinary hearing ensures two things: that a fair procedure is followed and that there is substantive reason to dismiss the employee. Employers have workplace rules and regulations that all Employees must abide by. In a situation where an Employee allegedly does…
