Important concepts defined in The Domestic Violence Amendment Bill
The Domestic Violence Amendment Bill (the Bill) was introduced in the National Assembly in September 2020 but has yet to be signed into...
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Arbitration series – Part one: What is arbitration?
Arbitration is one of a few dispute resolution mechanisms which include conciliation (negotiation), mediation, and litigation. It is...
Can neighbours interfere in building plans?
Disputes between neighbours tend to ensue where an owner decides to build on or renovate their property and the neighbouring owner...
Conflicts of interest in the execution of an estate
The nomination of an executor is an important aspect of a Last Will and Testament. An executor is nominated in a Last Will and ...
What are fair grounds for dismissal regarding off-duty misconduct?
With looting and violence severely impacting certain parts of South Africa in June 2021, many businesses are facing great challenges on...
How to become a successful real estate agent
You’ve chosen a career in real estate and cannot wait to get started, but you need to get your licence first. Now, what if we told you...
Is your business POPI compliant?
POPI refers to South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act which seeks to regulate the Processing of Personal Information. What...
Are Muslim marriages recognised in South Africa?
All marriages entered in terms of Islamic law, are currently not recognised as valid marriages. For a valid marriage to be recognised in...
Is the alcohol ban doing what it is supposed to?
One of the major points of concern amid the national battle against COVID-19 has been the infamous alcohol ban. For the establishments...
Contracts tacitly novated after expiry of a fixed-term contract
In Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries v Teto and Others,1 the Labour Appeal Court (“LAC”) considered whether the...
Marriage laws in South Africa are being renewed
Post-1994, the lawmakers in South Africa have attempted to be inclusive of religion and gender, by passing the Recognition of Customary...