Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

1.1 Commitment to privacy

• The Labour Law Association South Africa cc t/a LLASA recognises the importance of privacy and the protection of personal information provided to it.
• LLASA is committed to the safeguarding of such information.

1.2 What this policy covers

• This privacy policy explains how LLASA collects and uses personal information.
• It contains information regarding the rights of natural and juristic persons to whom personal information relates (data subjects).

1.3 Updates to this policy

• LLASA reserves the right to amend this Privacy Policy or add provisions to it at any time by publishing an updated version on its website.

2. Collection of Information

LLASA collects personal information in various instances, including when:

• data subjects contact LLASA or request information or services;
• LLASA provides services to data subjects;
• persons apply for employment at LLASA;
• persons use Aprolasa's websites or engage with LLASA through social media.

LLASA may collect the information directly from a data subject or from third parties such as regulators, government authorities, registries, or attorneys representing clients’ counterparties.

Interaction with LLASA’s websites or social media platforms results in the collection of information such as the user’s name, contact details, and the nature of assistance required.

During client engagement, LLASA may collect personal information including contact details, financial information, and case-related data.

For recruitment purposes, LLASA collects educational and employment history. By applying for a position, applicants consent to processing for screening and background checks.

3. Basis and Purpose for Processing Personal Information

LLASA may process personal information:

• to provide services to clients;
• to comply with legal or regulatory obligations;
• with the data subject’s consent; or
• if permitted by law.

Purposes include marketing, improving services, communicating with clients, internal operations, and legal matters.

4. Disclosure of Personal Information

LLASA may disclose personal information:

• if required by law or court order;
• to enforce rights;
• to provide client services.

Disclosure may be made to advocates, service providers, research firms, government entities, or legal authorities.

5. Transfer of Personal Information

LLASA may transfer personal information to recipients in other countries. Though local laws may differ, LLASA will ensure appropriate privacy safeguards are in place.

6. Retention of Personal Information

LLASA retains personal data only as long as necessary under applicable laws.

7. Cookies

LLASA’s websites use cookies to enhance user experience. Users may disable cookies, though this may impact usability.

8. Direct Marketing

LLASA may send marketing material. Recipients can opt out via the opt-out link in emails or by contacting LLASA.

9. Security

LLASA implements physical and digital safeguards to prevent unauthorized access to personal information.

10. Data Subject Rights

Data subjects may have the right to access, amend, or request deletion of their information, subject to legal limitations. Requests can be directed to LLASA using the contact details below.

Contact Details

The Compliance Officer
LLASA
Ground Floor 03
11 Ferreira Street,
Mbombela, 1201

Telephone: +27 (013) 752 2977
Email: info.officer@llasa.co.za