“…the employer has a duty to investigate all possible alternatives short of dismissal, and this duty accords with the onus of proving the fairness of the dismissal” (extract from judgment below) An employee who fails to perform adequately at work
Can your bank take your money without permission?
“A bank is a place that will lend you money if you can prove that you don’t need it” (Bob Hope) A recent High Court decision has settled the knotty question of whether your bank can take money it holds
Your website of the month: Coming soon – More courts offering mediation options
“Agree, for the law is costly” (wise old proverb) The cost, delay and risk of contested litigation sometimes makes it sensible to rather try to resolve a dispute with mediation. Ask your lawyer for advice on whether your dispute is
Your website and video of the month: Before you enter an Uber…
Ridesharing services like Uber are convenient and popular, but you will have read of the “fake Uber” attacks and other safety concerns so on the principle of “safety first” always take a few common sense precautions when using them. Before
How do you resolve disputes?
READ OUR RECOMMENDATION! All disagreements and disputes can be resolved through honest negotiations rather than through time consuming and costly litigation. The manner in which you approach disputes with your business partners, a contractor or even with a family member