Course Notes _ How to Handle Guide: Preparing for & Arguing Section 73A Disputes (Claims for Failure to Pay Amounts Owing)

Module 1:

Introduction:

• Purpose.
• Overview of Section 73A disputes.
• Section 73A statistics.

Module 2:

Historical Context, Legislation & Framework:

• Historical context of Section 73A.
• Relevant legislation. (BCEA, NMW & LRA).
• The definition of Section 73A of the BCEA.
• Who qualifies to claim a Section 73A.

Module 3:

The Dispute Resolution Process:

• Addressing issues prior to referral.
• Time frames for referral.
• What to look for in the referral process.
• Why do these claims arise.
• The Con/Arb process.
• The Arbitration process.

Module 4:

Preparations:

• How to prepare.
• Limitations of Section 73A.
• Understanding the onus & burden of proof.
• Witness preparations.
• What evidence to use.
• Bundle preparations.
• What happens if the money is owed.
• Settlement prior to arbitration.

Module 5:

Arguments:

• Jurisdictional & preliminary points.
• Legal representation.
• Deductions in terms of Section 34 of the BCEA.
• The Applicant’s case.
• The Respondent’s case.
• Closing arguments.

Module 6:

Applicable Case Law & Precedent:

• Relevant case law analysis.

Module 7:

The Outcome:

• Settlement agreements.
• Arbitration awards.
• Review process.

Module 8:

Risk Assessment & Advice:

• Identifying risk & potential risk.
• Risk mitigation.
• Proceeding despite the identified risk.

Conclusion:

Q&A Session:

• Q&A Session.