Legal conveyancing is a crucial aspect of property transactions in South Africa. It involves the transfer of property ownership from one party to another, and historically, […]
In South Africa, countless innocent people are wrongfully arrested, thrown into jail, and then subjected to degrading, inhumane, and dehumanising circumstances. What would be the legal […]
Most South Africans today, are overburdened and overwhelmed with debt and are struggling to repay creditors. According to recent statistics, a third of people in South […]
In community of property marriages, spouses often combine their estates, or mass their estates, to ensure that certain assets go to specific beneficiaries. This is done […]
The difference between employees and independent contractors carries significant weight within the employment law sector. Being considered an employee affords you a plethora of protections and […]
Age discrimination, especially in the context of employment, is a pervasive issue across many countries, including South Africa. In the labour law framework of South Africa, […]
A common trend in commercial contracts is the inclusion of a mediation and/or arbitration clause. As a general point of departure, these clauses require the parties […]
Bail is an integral part of the South African justice system, allowing individuals accused of crimes to remain free while awaiting trial, provided they do not […]
In South Africa, the process of making arrests is governed by the Criminal Procedure Act 51 of 1977 as amended (CPA), which outlines the legal framework […]
Disputes with neighbours can be challenging, often requiring tactful and legal approaches to resolve them effectively. In South Africa, these disputes can range from noise complaints […]
In a significant legal development, the Constitutional Court of South Africa, on 10 October 2023, upheld a judgment from the High Court of Pretoria, declaring Section […]
In South Africa, an antenuptial contract (ANC) is a critical legal document that determines the matrimonial property regime of a marriage. While the online creation of […]
There is often confusion as to whether someone is an independent contractor or an employee, and thus, whether they are protected under the Labour Relations Act. […]
Saying, publishing, or posting defamatory statements about another person or entity can have serious consequences for the person releasing the statement. Defamation is a delict under […]
The Western Cape High Court recently examined whether a person had the intent to revoke their existing will. The deceased, hospitalised with COVID-19, expressed a desire […]
Contrary to popular belief, an engagement is not a mere social agreement. South African common law recognises an engagement (or promise to marry) as a contract […]
A lack of information or comprehension of the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation, and Arbitration (Hereinafter the “CCMA”) and its processes can prevent the public from taking […]
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