Frequently Asked Questions on Commercial Law
1. What Are the Essential Elements of a Valid Contract? For a contract to be valid, it must have the following elements: An agreement between
December 2, 2024
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To Change A Matrimonial Property Regime From Out Of Community Of Property To In Community Of Property In South Africa
To change a matrimonial property regime from out of community of property to in community of property in South Africa, the following key requirements and
November 27, 2024
Reasons Justifying a Matrimonial Regime Change
When considering an application to change a matrimonial property regime, the court looks for sound reasons that justify the proposed change. These are some of
November 27, 2024
Consumer Rights When Buying a Defective Car in South Africa: Dealer vs Private Sale
Introduction Purchasing a car is a significant investment, and discovering that your new vehicle is defective can be frustrating. In South Africa, the Consumer Protection
November 27, 2024
Understanding South African Eviction Laws: The PIE Act and Residential Properties
Introduction Eviction is a complex legal process that involves removing occupants from a property. In South Africa, this process is governed by specific laws and
November 27, 2024
Essential Estate Planning: Preparing Your Digital and Physical Assets for Survivors
Planning for your death is a crucial task that many people overlook or postpone. This article emphasises the importance of preparing for the inevitable to
November 27, 2024
Suretyship Agreement Validity: Initials as Signatures in South African Contract Law
This article discusses Billion Property Developments v Nevzomark (Pty) Ltd and Ali Ozer, an October 2024 decision. Introduction This case, heard in the High Court
November 27, 2024
South African Customary Marriage: Civil Union and Antenuptial Contracts
Civil Marriage After Customary Marriage – spouses cannot enter an ANC for a civil marriage if it wasn’t executed and registered before their customary marriage.
November 27, 2024
Understanding the Pension Funds Amendment Act 31 of 2024: Key Changes and Divorce Implications
The Pension Funds Amendment Act 31 of 2024 (PFAA) introduces crucial changes to pension funds in South Africa, particularly affecting how pension interests are handled
November 27, 2024
What Is A Contract?
A contract is a written or spoken agreement between two or more parties that can be enforced by law. It involves one party offering to
November 5, 2024
Landmark Case: Husbands’ Right to Adopt Wives’ Surnames in South Africa
We provide a summary of the case of J.J and Others v Minister of Home Affairs and Another, a landmark decision by the Bloemfontein High
November 5, 2024
Understanding the Pension Funds Amendment Act 31 of 2024: Key Changes and Divorce Implications
The Pension Funds Amendment Act 31 of 2024 (PFAA) introduces crucial changes to pension funds in South Africa, particularly affecting how pension interests are handled
November 5, 2024