Disciplianry Inquiry Archives

Do I have the right to legal representation in a disciplinary inquiry?

IAdmin | 17 November 2023

Most employers’ disciplinary procedures and codes do not allow for legal representation. Generally, either the notice to attend a disciplinary inquiry will expressly state that no outside representation is permitted, or it will stipulate that the employee has the right to be represented by a representative from the workplace or if they are members of … Do I have the right to legal representation in a disciplinary inquiry?

An employee abusing sick leave to avoid/prolong disciplinary action – Does the employer have any remedy?

IAdmin | 19 January 2023

The situation commonly presents itself when an employee has committed an act of misconduct and is subjected to disciplinary action by the employer. It has become common that employees, more often than not, when charged with serious offences, then request numerous postponements of the proceedings based on a submission that they are sick and cannot … An employee abusing sick leave to avoid/prolong disciplinary action – Does the employer have any remedy?