Employee on Probation: Can they just be dismissed?

2026-06-19T14:28:32+02:00

Many employers mistakenly believe that an employee on probation has fewer rights and can simply be dismissed if performance is unsatisfactory. However, under South African labour law, an employee on probation enjoys the same fundamental rights as any other employee, and dismissal during probation must still be both substantively and procedurally fair.

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Employee on Probation: Can they just be dismissed?2026-06-19T14:28:32+02:00

Double Jeopardy in the Workplace-Be Cautious of Double Punishment

2026-04-20T16:03:01+02:00

Double jeopardy remains one of the more confusing areas of workplace discipline, and many employers are unsure when further disciplinary action is allowed — and when it becomes unfair. Understanding this principle is important, as getting it wrong can result in unfair dismissal claims, reinstatement orders, or costly compensation awards.

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Double Jeopardy in the Workplace-Be Cautious of Double Punishment2026-04-20T16:03:01+02:00

The difference between punitive suspension and precautionary suspension

2020-03-05T05:28:03+02:00

Suspension of Employees is a common occurrence in the workplace. Accordingly, Employers should be aware of the correct processes and procedures which must be complied with when suspending an Employee. In the same breadth Employees must be aware of their rights in order for the Employee to determine whether the suspension is fair or whether [more…]

The difference between punitive suspension and precautionary suspension2020-03-05T05:28:03+02:00
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