You want to invoke a clause in an employee’s written contract of employment and have dug it out to check the wording. Whilst that’s all fine, they’ve not signed the document. Does that mean the
clause is unenforceable?
Published 26.09.2019
One of our subscribers wants to know if they may carry out personal searches of employees on a random basis. This would serve as a deterrent to wrongdoing, rather than be a response to a particular
problem. So can it be done or not?
Published 03.05.2013
Although a candidate can look good on paper and interview well, they may not be the perfect match. You can test the waters with a probation period. If the required standards aren’t met, can it be
extended automatically?
Published 12.09.2017
An employment contract doesn’t have to be signed by the employee to be valid. Nevertheless, as a High Court ruling shows, it’s prudent to retain a signed copy on file. Why?
Published 09.10.2018
By not signing an employee fails to expressly accept the terms and conditions of a new or amended employment contract. If you’re faced with this situation what should you do?
Published 02.09.2015
You’ve just interviewed the perfect candidate and want to offer her the job there and then. Why might this be dangerous?
Published 27.01.2005
You’ve hired a new employee and given them a written employment contract. However, they’re refusing to sign and return it as they don’t agree with one of the terms. Despite this they are still
turning up for work. How should you play it?
Published 19.11.2018
The phrase “custom and practice” often crops up in the employment context. But what does it mean and how can you reduce the likelihood of one arising in your workplace and why should you?
Published 05.11.2019
An employee’s contract states that their “normal working hours are 8:45am to 5:15pm”. However, in practice, they’ve mainly worked 8:30am to 5:00pm. If you’ve never challenged this, is there now a
binding custom and practice?
Published 05.06.2014
An employee’s contract of employment should clearly state the period of notice that each party is required to give. You are free to set this, but what is the minimum the law will allow you to get
away with?
Published 05.11.2013