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25/03/2026

Concourt Sets Aside A Labour Court Ruling On Compensation From Unions.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYly2jKaMfE

[Watch] The Concourt has set aside a labour court ruling that found that companies could claim compensation from unions for protected strikes should they fail to adhere to agreed upon terms of the strike action.

The case stems from a 2021 strike by the South African Commercial Catering and Allied Workers Union against Massmart Holdings. Massmart then took the union to the Labour Court, seeking compensation for losses, citing violations of picketing rules.

Labour Lawyer, Patrick Deale weighs in.

The Concourt has set aside a labour court ruling that found that companies could claim compensation from unions for protected strikes should they fail to adh...

08/09/2025

[Listen] Retrenchments In The Mining And Manufacturing Sectors To Hit Hard.

Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Labour Expert, Patrick Deale

Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Labour Expert, Patrick Deale

08/09/2025

[Listen] NUMSA Signing Above-inflation‬ ‭Deals‬.

Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Labour Expertt, Patrick Deale

Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Labour Expertt, Patrick Deale

04/09/2025

[WATCH] Sibiya and Masemola to go head-to-head in the High Court.

https://youtu.be/u-z8klfG990?si=kuGNPJghum5tc3X6

Suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner for Crime Detection, Shadrack Sibiya, and National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola will go head-to-head in the High Court in Pretoria this morning. Sibiya argues that the decision by his boss to put him on leave of absence is unlawful but Masemola insists he’s well within his rights to take action.

Labour lawyer Patrick Deale weighs in.

Suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner for Crime Detection, Shadrack Sibiya, and National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola will go head-to-head in...

09/06/2025

DAMAGES FOR INCOMPETENCE: Can an employer claim damages in the Labour Court for employee incompetence?

Yes. The dismissed CEO of the NHLS (Mogale) discovered this harsh reality much to her regret and considerable cost… R22 306 619.20 to be precise! A similar fate befell the CFO (Mr Zulu), her fellow applicant, who was also dismissed with her for the same offence.

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31/01/2025

DISPUTE PSYCHOLOGY: How do we think and respond to workplace problems and disputes?

Whether it's misconduct allegations or a toxic work environment, our emotional response follows a pattern—just like grief.

Denial. Anger. Bargaining. Depression. Acceptance.

Understanding this cycle can help you navigate workplace conflicts with clarity and control. 🧠💡

Read more about Dispute Psychology and how to regain control when facing challenges at work. 👇

🔗 https://deale.co.za/dispute-psychology-how-do-we-think-and-respond-to-workplace-problems-and-disputes/

DISPUTE PSYCHOLOGY: How do we think and respond to workplace problems and disputes?

07/01/2025

Discussion: Outside workplace conduct

Labour analyst Patrick Deale unpacks this further.For more news, visit sabcnews.com and on all Social Media platforms.

05/09/2024

📣 Whistle Blower Investigations: Have you received an anonymous report on your Hotline? We can help! 👍

We conduct discreet investigations and prepare reports with findings and recommendations. Contact Patrick Deale to discuss your situation in confidence.💯

29/11/2023

Facts Before Motive: How do you deal with suspicious motives in an enquiry?

Blog Article - Labour Law in a Nutshell by Patrick Deale

https://deale.co.za/facts-before-motive-how-do-you-deal-with-suspicious-motives-in-an-enquiry/

FACTS BEFORE MOTIVE: The Key to Navigating Legal Enquiries

🗣️ Heard claims like "The charges are politically motivated!" or "They're out to get me!"? It's a common outcry, but remember, these aren't defenses in a legal battle.

👉 Focusing on motives - victimization, discrimination, bullying - can be a distraction. It's a tactic often used to sidestep the hard facts and obstruct legal processes. But, the truth lies in the facts.

✅ At Deale Attorneys, we believe in a fact-first approach. The facts will inevitably reveal the motive, not the other way around. From timelines to documentary evidence, it's about proving the story with solid facts.

📌 TIP: Whether you're the accuser or the accused, establish the facts before delving into motives. Remember, even an obvious motive needs factual backing to establish liability.

👨‍⚖️ Patrick Deale, labour lawyer & mediator at Deale Attorneys, emphasizes this effective strategy. Get the facts right, and the truth will follow.

The more effective legal strategy for both the accuser and the accused is to first prove their conflicting narratives or stories on the facts before trying to prove the motive.

31/10/2023

Gold One: Forcing negotiations with an employer is appalling.

Moneyweb Interview, Jeremy Maggs and Patrick Deale

Gold One: Forcing negotiations with an employer is appalling

30/10/2023

Watch: Labour lawyer Patrick Deale dissects the Gauteng High Court ruling that now allows both parents to share four months’ maternity leave after the birth of a child…

Labour lawyer Patrick Deale dissects the Gauteng High Court ruling that now allows both parents to share four months’ maternity leave after the birth of a child.