by Samantha | Jul 7, 2018 | Domestic Employment
As domestic employers, many of us think that the rules of compliancy in terms of what is expected by the Department of Labour, do not apply to us. The employment relationship that exists between Private Households and their Domestic Workers is one of the most...
by Samantha | May 31, 2018 | Domestic Employment, General Employment
Upfront, there is no rule or legal requirement that states an employer should pay a bonus of any sort. There are two circumstances under which a bonus MUST be paid: It has been stated in the employment contract that a certain amount will be paid as a bonus (i.e. a...
by Samantha | Mar 28, 2018 | Domestic Employment, General Employment
When offering employment, especially in the domestic sector, an offer/agreement is usually concluded verbally. In some cases a letter, either way could carry important obligations that many employers do not realise. As has been mentioned earlier in Who is an Employee....
by Samantha | Nov 19, 2017 | Domestic Employment, General Employment
There will be times when it may be needed to change the way some things are done in the business or home. Changes to working hours or commission structures, place of work or amendments to some form of benefits. These changes are called unilateral changes and need to...
by Samantha | Nov 7, 2017 | Domestic Employment, General Employment
You will need some time for this one,………….. and a cup of coffee,……… Sadly, almost all employers at some point will encounter the problem of theft. Theft has a dire financial impact on the victims home or business and should...
by Samantha | Oct 21, 2017 | Domestic Employment, General Employment
Who should you accept a sick note / certificate from? A medical practitioner that is registered with a professional council that is established by an act of council. a registered medical practitioner / doctor with MBChB degree or a registered Dentist or a registered...
