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I was dismissed for smoking dagga whilst not on duty ina nush and without any proof of intoxication or prejudice caused to the employer. I was subjected to a disciplinary hearing and the results where withheld from me deliberately. My manager dismissed me citing the outcome of the hearing as the basis for dismissal which turned out to be a lie. I need help because the employer has a bond over my house as a result of their unilateral actions. As a consumer i now have been prejudiced by this action as I can no longer afford the bond. I will lose my home because of smoking. I want to challenge the employers decision as fraud. It is unfair and discrimination. Please help. Thanks
I am writing to seek your assistance with a matter concerning my recent termination of employment. Following my dismissal, I noticed that certain deductions were made from my payslip. Despite my efforts to resolve the issue, my former employer is unwilling to release the remaining amount owed to me. Given the circumstances, I would greatly appreciate any legal support or advice you could provide in addressing this matter.
My daughter was put into the care of another person under agreement that i get visitation right and i pay child support the people have blocked me on WhatsApp and refuse to take my calls i have seen or heard from them since february i want to see my daughter i dont know if she is ok or doing well
I don't want custody of my grand daughter who I have cared for basically the past 5yrs. Last 2-1/2 yrs appointed as her safe parent by the court. I was asked by social worker if I was willing to be her primary caregiver but declined as her parents would not need to pay anything toward her upbringing so I declined. On 4Sept she was placed in her mother's care as primary parent. Both parents would prefer me out my granddaughters life even though mom had told me that she won't keep my granddaughter away from me. When disputing the rulings of final court order the biological mom voiced to me that I have nothing to do with my granddaughter anymore as she and my son from whom she is estranged are my granddaughters parents. There is a long history between myself & my granddaughters biological parents and not a good history either. They turned against me for the worse the day my granddaughter was placed in my care & not in foster care. I am wanting to dispute the court ruling where no mention was made that I am allowed visitation rights with my granddaughter
Was accused of something i didnt do, transferred to another facility, pending an investigation that should have lasted 60 days but dragged for about 3 years Trying- only for them to write me a letter saying they are withdrawing their accusations This letter was not even sent to me but to the union representing me. With no reasons attached. I want to sue a government district facility for emotionally, mentally abusing me causing loss of work opportunities, denied accelerated performance growth and violating my dignity. I was so depressed and embarrassed for 3 years straight, working but my mind was completely not there. I will send proof of the case and their withdrawal and anything relevant if I get the right lawyer.
Good day. Hope you well. On the 18th of July someone at our house accedntly left the gate slightly open and there was a 19year old boy that can't talk walking with a dog and the dog tormented our dog and she ran out and fought with the dog. I tryed everything in my power to let the dogs loose. The boy the put his hand in one of the dogs mouths and in the interim he got bitten on his left hand. I then took the child immediately to the doctor after his father refused to take him straight to the hospital. I paid the medical bill. The doctor send them to the hospital and couldn't take them because I didn't have transport. I did call the father constantly to check up on them and told them to let me know if there's anything they need. After that day it has been quiet until the 10th of September I was arrested and I had to pay a R bail.
I am seeking legal representation for an upcoming CCMA arbitration case against my former employer, Muza Foods t/a Chicken Licken Bethlehem. Below is a summary of my situation: Case Overview: · Dismissal: I was dismissed on 7 August after raising complaints about unpaid wages and unlawful deductions, which I believe was retaliatory (automatic unfair dismissal under LRA S(1)(d)). · Procedural Unfairness: The disciplinary hearing was chaired by HR Manager Leanna Peters, who ignored evidence and is now a material witness, creating a conflict of interest. · Post-Dismissal Victimization: The employer unlawfully withheld my final wages (R1,.00) in violation of BCEA Section 38. The HR manager explicitly stated this was due to my CCMA case, constituting victimization under LRA S(2). · Current Status: The case (CCMA Reference: FSBF-25) is set for arbitration. I have filed an objection to the employer's representation by Ms. Peters due to her dual role as witness and advocate. Key Evidence: · Dismissal letter and disciplinary notice. · WhatsApp messages and emails proving victimization. · CCMA referral documents and correspondence. Desired Outcome: · Maximum compensation for automatic unfair dismissal and victimization (seeking up to 24 months' remuneration). · Payment of outstanding wages (R1,.00). I have a well-organized evidence file and believe my case is strong. I request your assistance to represent me at the arbitration and ensure a fair outcome.
I need to travel overseas for a new job opportunity. All my personal documents -ID, Drivers Licence and Passport were stolen last year and need to be renewed before I can travel. There is outstanding cases against me. I am now in a situation where I can and want to resolve this . How do I go about it?
My fiancee was arrested and detained for possible possession,but she is innocent as the drugs found in her possession was a drug dealer who gave it to my wife when we stopped close to him to make a U-turn to go to MacDonald drive thru. A police officer was right behind us and searched our possession and vehicle and discovered the drug and pipe in my fiancee s person.
Dear Sir/Madam, I hope this message finds you well. I am reaching out to enquire if I have a case on the brief summary below and if its possible to secure legal representation for a dismissal case Brief Background: Position: Senior Delivery Manager Data Science Company: Start Date: 29 April Original End Date: 31 December (fixed-term contract) Notice of Termination: 5 September Last Working Day Given: 30 September Reason Stated: Budget constraints, I was informed that they are looking to reallocate the budget for my role with a Senior Developer/Analyst to cover technical gaps within the team and that my role will not be of benefit. However, they had just hired a new Programme Manager on the 1st of September in the same week I was terminated. No formal consultation, performance concerns, or disciplinary process preceded my termination. Line manager confirmed it is not due to performance issues on my end but solely based on the budget constraints and his need to reallocate my budget. Prior to this, I lost my child (4 June ) shortly after I joined and have experienced emotional distress and blame for teams shortfalls and humiliation for mostly items I wasnt aware of, including threats of having my contract terminated, being reprimanded like a child etc. I raised concerns about my line managers ways of work to the Excutive Information Office who was previously my line manager but my grief was weaponised against me instead and was put of forced leave for 1 week. I have some documentation from some meetings that I could get a hold of, including a medical certificate issued on 16 July a week after I was placed on forced leave due to the complaint I had made about my new line manager's ways of work. I was on sick leave due to depression and anxiety added by the EIO and line managers aggressive ways of communication. I am looking for legal advice and/or representation to: Assist and represent me with CCMA proceedings if this qualifies. May you kindly advise if you take on cases of this nature, and your availability for a consultation as well as your fee structure or hourly rates including any documentation you would like me to forward in advance.