Tag: employment law

South Africa: Van Wyk’s impact on retirement fund benefits and risk cover

As reported by Africa Legal, a landmark Constitutional Court decision is set to transform parental leave in South Africa. Deirdre Phillips of Bowmans examines the impact on retirement fund contributions and group risk cover, and practical steps employers can take to mitigate legal and operational risks.

South Africa: Unintended consequences of Van Wyk and practical implications for employers

As reported by Africa Legal, a landmark Constitutional Court decision is set to transform parental leave in South Africa. Helen Wilsenach, Talita Laubscher, Graham Damant, and Chloë Loubser of Bowmans examine the evolving landscape for employers

SA Constitutional Court ruling on parental leave a ‘significant step’ towards equality in workplace

In the landmark Van Wyk and Others decision delivered this month, the Constitutional Court has directed the South African legislature to remedy defects in employment laws relating to paternity leave that are discriminatory and unconstitutional

Women’s Month: Working to create better, safer, fairer workplaces

Globally renowned as a leading employment law practitioner, Beech Veltman Director Melanie Hart shares some of her thoughts and expertise while exploring key trends and topics.

Norton Rose Fulbright SA boosts employment law team

For 28 years, Gillian Lumb has practised and mastered employment law, a field she is deeply passionate about. Paul Ogemba spoke to her about her move to join Norton Rose Fulbright South Africa (SA).

Covid and Privacy - Podcast

Covid has introduced legal complications into the workplace for employers. In this podcast series law firm Webber Wentzel addresses some of the issues facing South African employers.