New Legal Precedent on Hiring Employees with Criminal Records: What South African SMEs Need to Know

South African small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are facing a potential shift in how they handle criminal background checks for potential hires. A recent labor court case, O’Connor versus LexisNexis, sets a precedent that could impact your hiring practices. The Case: Balancing Fairness and Trust The case involved an applicant, Mr. O’Connor, who applied for […]