Labour Law in Context (2nd Edition)

Description:

Navigate the South African workplace with confidence. Labour Law in Context is designed to provide a clear and concise overview of the laws governing the employer-employee relationship. This 2nd Edition is a favorite among LLB and HR students because it focuses on the application of the law in real-world scenarios, moving beyond dry statutes to explore the “context” of the South African labor market.

• Comprehensive Legislation: Detailed coverage of the Labour Relations Act (LRA), the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), and the Employment Equity Act (EEA).

• Practical Focus: Includes step-by-step guides on disciplinary procedures, unfair dismissals, and retrenchments.

• Dispute Resolution: Explains the vital roles of the CCMA, Bargaining Councils, and the Labour Court.

• Modern Workplace Issues: Updated to include discussions on social media in the workplace, strikes, and collective bargaining dynamics.

Key Topics Covered:

• The Contract of Employment: Understanding the rights and duties of both parties and the definition of an “employee.”

• Unfair Dismissal: A deep dive into substantive and procedural fairness for misconduct, incapacity, and operational requirements.

• Unfair Labour Practices: Identifying and addressing unfair conduct regarding promotion, demotion, and benefits.

• Employment Equity: Strategies for achieving workplace transformation and preventing unfair discrimination.

• Collective Labour Law: The law of strikes, lockouts, and the role of trade unions.

Key Specifications:

• ISBN-13: 9780190745585

• Authors: A. van Niekerk, M. Christianson, M. McGregor, B.S.S. Smit, and B.P.S. van Eck

• Publisher: Oxford University Press South Africa

• Edition: 2nd Edition

• Format: Physical Softcover