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Guides & insights
The 30-day CCMA referral rule, explained
If you've been dismissed, you generally have 30 calendar days to refer the dispute to the CCMA. Here's what that means in practice and what to do if you've missed the deadline.
Read articlePreparing for an internal disciplinary hearing
A practical checklist for employees facing a disciplinary hearing — your rights, what to bring, and the procedural protections of the Code of Good Practice.
Read articlePOPIA in plain English for small businesses
The eight conditions for lawful processing, what an Information Officer actually does, and a 7-step starting plan for SMEs.
Read articleLetter of demand: what it is and what to do
Receiving a letter of demand isn't a court order. Learn how to respond, negotiate, or dispute — and when to escalate.
Read articleCourt Online basics for first-time users
A walkthrough of registration, profile setup, filing, bundles and service on Court Online and CaseLines.
Read articleDrafting a workplace policy that actually works
Why most policies fail, and a structure for writing policies that staff actually read, understand and follow.
Read articleDownloadable templates
Starter templates for common documents. Each is a starting point — review and adapt to your facts, or book a consultation for a tailored version.
Letter of demand — basic template
RTF (opens in Word)
Employee grievance form
RTF (opens in Word)
Disciplinary charge sheet template
RTF (opens in Word)
POPIA consent clause (short form)
RTF (opens in Word)
Payment arrangement acknowledgement
RTF (opens in Word)
Simple service-level agreement skeleton
RTF (opens in Word)
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