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  1. criminalization
    the act of making something illegal
    Consequently, the criminalization of prostitution does not remove the protection offered by the Constitution and the LRA from a sex worker.
  2. criminalize
    declare illegal; outlaw
    The Sexual Offences Act 23 of 1957 criminalizes brothel keeping and carnal (sexual) intercourse for reward.
  3. illegality
    unlawfulness by virtue of violating some statute
    Though there is no change to the illegality of prostitution, the employee status of sex workers is legally recognized.
  4. vulnerable
    capable of being wounded or hurt
    The Labor Appeal Court noted that sex workers form part of a vulnerable class of employees who are easily exploited due to the nature of their work and their social and legal standing.
  5. illegal
    prohibited by law or by official or accepted rules
    Within this context, the rights of sex workers as employees were vague due to the illegal nature of their trade.
  6. inherently
    in an essential manner
    In this respect the court stated that the "courts have to be at their most vigilant to safeguard those employees who are particularly vulnerable to exploitation in that they are inherently economically and socially weaker than their employers".
  7. South African
    of or pertaining to or characteristic of South Africa or its people
    Sex workers occupy a precarious position in South African society regarding their legal rights.
  8. court of appeals
    a court whose jurisdiction is to review decisions of lower courts or agencies
    As a litigation attorney, he has represented clients in all South African courts up to the Supreme Court of Appeals.
  9. exploited
    developed or used to greatest advantage
    The Labor Appeal Court noted that sex workers form part of a vulnerable class of employees who are easily exploited due to the nature of their work and their social and legal standing.
  10. litigation
    a legal proceeding in a court
    As a litigation attorney, he has represented clients in all South African courts up to the Supreme Court of Appeals.
  11. exploitation
    an act that victimizes someone
    In this respect the court stated that the "courts have to be at their most vigilant to safeguard those employees who are particularly vulnerable to exploitation in that they are inherently economically and socially weaker than their employers".
  12. mediation
    the act of intervening to bring about a settlement
    It is important to note that although sex workers may enjoy the protection of fair labor practices and may approach the Council for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration and other such accredited dispute resolution institutions should they have employment related disputes, the full ambit of the remedies provided by the LRA will not be applicable to sex workers due to the illegal nature of their work.
  13. arbitration
    giving authoritative judgment
    It is important to note that although sex workers may enjoy the protection of fair labor practices and may approach the Council for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration and other such accredited dispute resolution institutions should they have employment related disputes, the full ambit of the remedies provided by the LRA will not be applicable to sex workers due to the illegal nature of their work.
  14. employment
    the state of having a job
    In this regard, even though the contract between a sex worker and her employer may be illegal, there exists an employment relationship and based on that relationship the sex worker will fall within the scope of the protection offered by the Labor Relations Act (LRA) and section 23(1) of the Constitution.
  15. trade union
    an employee organization that bargains with an employer
    He is one of the top labor lawyers in the country, who has represented trade unions and several large employers.
  16. economically
    in a manner using the minimum of time or resources
    In this respect the court stated that the "courts have to be at their most vigilant to safeguard those employees who are particularly vulnerable to exploitation in that they are inherently economically and socially weaker than their employers".
  17. Constitution
    the constitution written at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia in 1787 and subsequently ratified by the original thirteen states
    In terms of section 23(1) of the Constitution everyone has the right to fair labor practices.
  18. context
    the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation
    Within this context, the rights of sex workers as employees were vague due to the illegal nature of their trade.
  19. vigilant
    carefully observant or attentive
    In this respect the court stated that the "courts have to be at their most vigilant to safeguard those employees who are particularly vulnerable to exploitation in that they are inherently economically and socially weaker than their employers".
  20. monetary
    relating to or involving money
    However, a monetary compensation may be considered more suitable.
  21. Court
    Australian woman tennis player who won many major championships (born in 1947)
    However, in a recent Labor Appeal Court judgment, sex workers were provided with some relief.
  22. precarious
    not secure; beset with difficulties
    Sex workers occupy a precarious position in South African society regarding their legal rights.
  23. labor
    any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
    In terms of section 23(1) of the Constitution everyone has the right to fair labor practices.
  24. constitutional
    existing as an essential characteristic
    As such, a sex worker should be entitled to constitutional protection which is intended to protect her dignity from any assault or abuse.
  25. denote
    have as a meaning
    The term “everyone” denotes a generous embrace of the right of all workers or employees to a fair working relationship with their employers.
  26. legally
    by law; conforming to the law
    Though there is no change to the illegality of prostitution, the employee status of sex workers is legally recognized.
  27. dispute
    the act of coming into conflict
    It is important to note that although sex workers may enjoy the protection of fair labor practices and may approach the Council for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration and other such accredited dispute resolution institutions should they have employment related disputes, the full ambit of the remedies provided by the LRA will not be applicable to sex workers due to the illegal nature of their work.
  28. attorney
    a professional person authorized to practice law
    As a litigation attorney, he has represented clients in all South African courts up to the Supreme Court of Appeals.
  29. African
    a native or inhabitant of Africa
    Sex workers occupy a precarious position in South African society regarding their legal rights.
  30. appeal
    earnest or urgent request
    However, in a recent Labor Appeal Court judgment, sex workers were provided with some relief.
  31. scope
    the state of the environment in which a situation exists
    In this regard, even though the contract between a sex worker and her employer may be illegal, there exists an employment relationship and based on that relationship the sex worker will fall within the scope of the protection offered by the Labor Relations Act (LRA) and section 23(1) of the Constitution.
  32. represent
    be a delegate or spokesperson for
    He is one of the top labor lawyers in the country, who has represented trade unions and several large employers.
  33. legal
    established by or founded upon law or official rules
    Sex workers occupy a precarious position in South African society regarding their legal rights.
  34. progressive
    favoring or promoting modern or innovative ideas
    This progressive development of the law has confirmed that although prostitution may be illegal, sex workers are generally a vulnerable class of employees who should be treated with dignity by their employers and clients and should be afforded constitutional protection.
  35. South Africa
    a republic at the southernmost part of Africa
    ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Lavery Modise and Nadeem Mahomed
    Lavery Modise is deputy chairman of Eversheds, South Africa and heads up the firm’s employment law department.
  36. compensation
    the act of making amends for service, loss, or injury
    However, a monetary compensation may be considered more suitable.
  37. provide
    give something useful or necessary to
    However, in a recent Labor Appeal Court judgment, sex workers were provided with some relief.
  38. section
    one of several parts or pieces that fit with others
    In terms of section 23(1) of the Constitution everyone has the right to fair labor practices.
  39. exploit
    use or manipulate to one's advantage
    The Labor Appeal Court noted that sex workers form part of a vulnerable class of employees who are easily exploited due to the nature of their work and their social and legal standing.
  40. status
    the condition or someone or something at a particular time
    Though there is no change to the illegality of prostitution, the employee status of sex workers is legally recognized.
  41. fair
    free from favoritism, bias, or deception
    In terms of section 23(1) of the Constitution everyone has the right to fair labor practices.
  42. appropriate
    suitable for a particular person, place, or situation
    A remedy such as reinstatement arising from an unfair dismissal of an employee would not be appropriate in the circumstances.
  43. court
    an assembly to conduct judicial business
    In this respect the court stated that the "courts have to be at their most vigilant to safeguard those employees who are particularly vulnerable to exploitation in that they are inherently economically and socially weaker than their employers".
  44. Supreme Court
    the highest federal court in the United States
    As a litigation attorney, he has represented clients in all South African courts up to the Supreme Court of Appeals.
  45. practice
    a customary way of operation or behavior
    In terms of section 23(1) of the Constitution everyone has the right to fair labor practices.
  46. embrace
    squeeze tightly in your arms, usually with fondness
    The term “everyone” denotes a generous embrace of the right of all workers or employees to a fair working relationship with their employers.
  47. confirmed
    having been established or made firm or received the rite of confirmation
    This progressive development of the law has confirmed that although prostitution may be illegal, sex workers are generally a vulnerable class of employees who should be treated with dignity by their employers and clients and should be afforded constitutional protection.
  48. suitable
    meant or adapted for an occasion or use
    However, a monetary compensation may be considered more suitable.
  49. recognize
    perceive to be something or something you can identify
    Though there is no change to the illegality of prostitution, the employee status of sex workers is legally recognized.
  50. remove
    take something away as by lifting, pushing, or taking off
    Consequently, the criminalization of prostitution does not remove the protection offered by the Constitution and the LRA from a sex worker.
  51. trade
    the commercial exchange of goods and services
    Within this context, the rights of sex workers as employees were vague due to the illegal nature of their trade.
  52. confirm
    strengthen
    This progressive development of the law has confirmed that although prostitution may be illegal, sex workers are generally a vulnerable class of employees who should be treated with dignity by their employers and clients and should be afforded constitutional protection.
  53. Africa
    the second largest continent
    ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Lavery Modise and Nadeem Mahomed
    Lavery Modise is deputy chairman of Eversheds, South Africa and heads up the firm’s employment law department.
  54. candidate
    someone who is considered for something
    Nadeem Mahomed is a candidate attorney at Eversheds.
  55. resolution
    a decision to do something or to behave in a certain manner
    It is important to note that although sex workers may enjoy the protection of fair labor practices and may approach the Council for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration and other such accredited dispute resolution institutions should they have employment related disputes, the full ambit of the remedies provided by the LRA will not be applicable to sex workers due to the illegal nature of their work.
  56. contract
    a binding agreement that is enforceable by law
    In this regard, even though the contract between a sex worker and her employer may be illegal, there exists an employment relationship and based on that relationship the sex worker will fall within the scope of the protection offered by the Labor Relations Act (LRA) and section 23(1) of the Constitution.
  57. institution
    a custom that has been an important feature of some group
    It is important to note that although sex workers may enjoy the protection of fair labor practices and may approach the Council for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration and other such accredited dispute resolution institutions should they have employment related disputes, the full ambit of the remedies provided by the LRA will not be applicable to sex workers due to the illegal nature of their work.
  58. supreme
    greatest in status or authority or power
    As a litigation attorney, he has represented clients in all South African courts up to the Supreme Court of Appeals.
  59. union
    the state of being joined or united or linked
    He is one of the top labor lawyers in the country, who has represented trade unions and several large employers.
  60. recent
    of the immediate past or just previous to the present time
    However, in a recent Labor Appeal Court judgment, sex workers were provided with some relief.
  61. lawyer
    a professional person authorized for legal practice
    He is one of the top labor lawyers in the country, who has represented trade unions and several large employers.
  62. development
    a process in which something passes to a different stage
    This progressive development of the law has confirmed that although prostitution may be illegal, sex workers are generally a vulnerable class of employees who should be treated with dignity by their employers and clients and should be afforded constitutional protection.
  63. afford
    have the financial means to do something or buy something
    This progressive development of the law has confirmed that although prostitution may be illegal, sex workers are generally a vulnerable class of employees who should be treated with dignity by their employers and clients and should be afforded constitutional protection.
  64. protect
    shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage
    As such, a sex worker should be entitled to constitutional protection which is intended to protect her dignity from any assault or abuse.
  65. judgment
    the act of assessing a person or situation or event
    However, in a recent Labor Appeal Court judgment, sex workers were provided with some relief.
  66. occupy
    live in (a certain place)
    Sex workers occupy a precarious position in South African society regarding their legal rights.
  67. consider
    think about carefully; weigh
    However, a monetary compensation may be considered more suitable.
  68. council
    a body serving in an administrative capacity
    It is important to note that although sex workers may enjoy the protection of fair labor practices and may approach the Council for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration and other such accredited dispute resolution institutions should they have employment related disputes, the full ambit of the remedies provided by the LRA will not be applicable to sex workers due to the illegal nature of their work.
  69. department
    a specialized division of a large organization
    ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Lavery Modise and Nadeem Mahomed
    Lavery Modise is deputy chairman of Eversheds, South Africa and heads up the firm’s employment law department.
  70. circumstances
    one's overall condition in life
    A remedy such as reinstatement arising from an unfair dismissal of an employee would not be appropriate in the circumstances.
  71. intend
    have in mind as a purpose
    As such, a sex worker should be entitled to constitutional protection which is intended to protect her dignity from any assault or abuse.
  72. exist
    have a presence
    In this regard, even though the contract between a sex worker and her employer may be illegal, there exists an employment relationship and based on that relationship the sex worker will fall within the scope of the protection offered by the Labor Relations Act (LRA) and section 23(1) of the Constitution.
  73. author
    a person who writes professionally
    ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Lavery Modise and Nadeem Mahomed
    Lavery Modise is deputy chairman of Eversheds, South Africa and heads up the firm’s employment law department.
  74. approach
    move towards
    It is important to note that although sex workers may enjoy the protection of fair labor practices and may approach the Council for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration and other such accredited dispute resolution institutions should they have employment related disputes, the full ambit of the remedies provided by the LRA will not be applicable to sex workers due to the illegal nature of their work.
  75. respect
    regard highly; think much of
    In this respect the court stated that the "courts have to be at their most vigilant to safeguard those employees who are particularly vulnerable to exploitation in that they are inherently economically and socially weaker than their employers".
  76. several
    of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
    He is one of the top labor lawyers in the country, who has represented trade unions and several large employers.
Created on Thu Jul 22 00:03:23 EDT 2010

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