Kaya 959 Point of View with Phemelo Motene

Legal Matters: When clients sue, and the cost of skipping work

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In this week’s Legal Matters, Nthabiseng Dubazana unpacks two eye-opening cases: a Road Accident Fund client who takes legal action against their own attorney, and a workplace dispute involving absenteeism and gross insubordination. She also answers

some of your pressing legal questions breaking down what your rights are and where the law draws the line.
14 Jan 3PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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