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UNFAIR DISMISSAL? A term slung around very often. But what do employers need to know, and probably don’t? A useful statement from a senior Judge of the employment court in a mediation conference was where he told both lawyers that “ it is all about conducting a proper assessment of the risks and making sure your clients understand them ”. When considering  dismissing an employee , it is probably timely to ask yourself the question –  As an employer have you considered any and all risks that termination of an employee may bring upon you ? As an employer why should you avoid unfair dismissal claims and how? An unlawful dismissal can cost an employer in terms of time, money, and reputation.  Claims can be multiple so are the remedy(s).  To properly dismiss and to minimize your penalty risks,  simply ask these questions from yourself, although the list is not exhaustive: Is termination the only way to address the employee’s conduct? Is this in accordance with the te...

Most adults, at one point or another, are faced with a form of an employment contract. For some, it is presenting an employment agreement to a potential staff member, and for others, it is receiving an employment agreement as an employee. There are many interests at stake for both sides, and typically it involves some type of negotiation.  In harsh financial conditions, this process becomes even more critical. But what is at stake here is not only complying with the statute when drafting an agreement but believing in the idea that any agreement to be drafted must be fair and clear. Assuming that we have a neatly crafted employment agreement before us, should we look for what I call employment golden catches.  The short answer is, yes. Cover yourself The first step  before inking anything is to never rush it up. Take that draft with you home, read it and understand it. Once, you are certain the terms satisfy your objectives then finalize it with your employer.  Always...