If there is one thing that Covid-19 taught us, it is that we do not have to meet in person or to fly across borders to conclude a deal or to sign an agreement. Modern day businesses lean towards access, accessibility and flexibility, hence the use of electronic means of doing business.
I QUIT! When this phrase is uttered by an employee, consider whether you are on your own at a disciplinary enquiry as an employer. Read all about it on this last😞 episode of the #KoSpaneng Series.
Did you know that wrongful termination of employment contracts can expose you to unnecessary financial risk? Read all about it in this episode
Unfairness can huff and puff and blow your office down… only if you do not tick the boxes on substantive and procedural fairness – read all about it in this #KoSpaneng instalment.
Did you know that after firing your employee, your fate could lie in the hands of that disgruntled ex-employee?
Employers, when you utter the words “You’re fired” have you considered the consequences?
Uncertainties in the employer-employee relationship are few and far between and only few facets of this unique relationship are unclear. Not the least of which is the meaning of skilled vs unskilled labour for purposes of probationary periods when negotiating employment contracts. We at Bookbinder Business Law thought some guidance on this specific question would …
It is a norm for employers to insert non-compete clauses (often referred to as restraint of trade clauses) in employment agreements. Such clauses limit the nature of employment or activities an employee may undertake within a specified period during or after termination of their employment. What is a non-compete clause? A non-compete clause is a …
In April 2021, Parliament extended the ongoing nation-wide state of public emergency (“SoE”) for a further period of 6 (six) months. In terms of the Emergency Powers (Covid-19) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations, 2020 [S.I. 63 of 2020] (the “Regulations”) certain acts are prohibited during the subsistence of the SoE. One such action, in terms of …
As a trusted partner in legal counsel and strategic guidance, BBL empowers client’s digital transformation journey. With a deep understanding of both the legal intricacies and technological nuances shaping today's business landscape, our Technology, Cyber, and Data Protection department stands ready to provide comprehensive solutions tailored to your unique needs and objectives. By leveraging our extensive experience and domain expertise, we offer a holistic approach to addressing the legal, regulatory, and risk management considerations inherent in digital transformation initiatives.
