The thumb dashed it all
Forhad Dewan was relieved when he could go back to work after Covid-19. It didn't last long. He came to us for help, but we had to explain the limits.
22
01, 2021
17
01, 2021
For five years, Alomgir’s employer ignored the law
There's an open secret in Singapore: many employers flout the law on correct calculation of salary with little fear of being taken to task.
12
01, 2021
In disputes about overtime wages, the devil is in the language
As an S-Pass holder, Tolack's salary was high enough to make one wonder whether he was eligible for overtime pay. What does the law say, and is it clear?
7
01, 2021
“You want hard job? I have one for you.”
Quite a number of migrant construction workers describe themselves as 'supply workers'. Akash explains what that means and what a hard life it is.
2
01, 2021
Flooding, sinking and a frustrating silence from the employer
Ali has to choose between keeping his job and going home to save his house. Shouldn't it be his choice to make? Shouldn't an employer respect his decision?
26
12, 2020
Trapped in time, space and a financial hole
Alam got a "plumbing" job. What exactly did the job involve? But does it matter when he had nothing to do for the past 17 months?
22
12, 2020
Sardines, red bulls and yellow containers
Kind donors are deeply appreciated. But what are the men's needs and priorities? We try to find out.
15
12, 2020
Rezaule’s salary terms a work of art
While Rezaule's salary claim ended in an interesting way, the salary terms originally offered to him was even more interesting. It was truly creative.
10
12, 2020
Half naked man running in the night
Workers in a nearby dorm were surprised to see him running in for help. No shirt, no sandals... just plain fear.
27
11, 2020
Did Ali just fall through a gap in our justice system?
Ali Mohammed lost his salary case at the Employment Claims Tribunal. His case was never going to be easy, but we still wonder if the court could have been more thorough.