In a sharply worded judgment delivered by Moshoana AJA on 16 March 2026, the Labour Appeal Court expressed serious concern over the conduct of Attorney Selala, describing it as lacking honesty, candour, and competence. The Court was also baffled by the Labour Court granting relief that was never requested.
This case serves as a powerful reminder of the high standards expected from legal practitioners and the importance of procedural fairness in South African labour law.
As a regulatory and compliance specialist, Nivesh Maharaj believes judgments like this reinforce the need for ethical practice, thorough preparation, and respect for court processes across all legal professionals in South Africa.