1. Que: We have an employee who recently resigned and is serving his notice period. Can we terminate him for misconduct committed during the notice period? Ans: Yes, as long as they are serving notice which means …

1. Que: My fixed term contract ends on 31st December, 2015 yet I have been placed on compulsory leave for 90 days, ending 31st January, 2016; should I take it that my contract has been …

Que: Can you be fired for suing the employer you are working for? Ans: Yes, if your employer can show that the subject of the proceedings is irresponsible and without foundation (Section 46(h) of the …

Damn that word!!! “Outsourcing”, Nyakio does not like that word; to her it symbolizes the end of a job she has held for over 15 years. She is employed as a ‘wrapper’, that is, someone …

An analysis of the sick leave and medical attention provisions under the Employment Act, 2007

What you need to know about probation

Hhhmmm… The CBA negotiations have been concluded and there is word all over the office about how union members are getting better terms of employment as compared to those is management; Union members are entitled …

What rights to domestic workers have?

What is the law as regards forfeiture of annual leave?

Keep termination procedures simple.