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Navigating Reckless Lending: Insights from Chaity Investments CC v Schoombie Case
Introduction: The recent case of Chaity Investments CC v Schoombie sheds light on the obligations credit providers bear under the National Credit Act, specifically addressing
Guidelines for Updating Your Will in South Africa: Knowing When It’s Time for a Revision
Introduction: Creating a will is a crucial step in securing the future of your assets and ensuring that your wishes are honored after your passing.
Restraint of Trade Agreements and Business Transfers
Introduction: In the ever-evolving legal landscape surrounding restraint of trade agreements and business transfers, two significant cases, Slo Jo Innovation (Pty) Ltd v Beedle in
Understanding the Shifrin Case and the “Written Variation” Rule in South African Contract Law
Introduction: In South African law, contracts play a pivotal role in regulating agreements between parties. The Shifrin case is a significant legal decision that has
High Court Rules Parental Leave Provisions Unconstitutional
Introduction In the case of Van Wyk and Others v The Minister of Employment and Labour, the High Court has made a significant ruling regarding
Joint Ownership Termination in Family Disputes: Britz v Sequeira Case
Introduction: Joint ownership of property, especially within families, is a common arrangement. However, what happens when the relationship sours and the co-owners can’t agree on
Wingate Body Corporate v Pamba and Another: Approach A Court Rather Than CSOS At Your Peril
The CSOS Act provides that the Ombud presides over a dispute resolution mechanism in community schemes: be wary of going to court rather than this
Legal Case Analysis: Lion Ridge Body Corporate v. Alexander – Disconnecting Utilities in Sectional Schemes
Introduction: The Lion Ridge case revolves around a pivotal legal question – Can a Body Corporate within a sectional scheme disconnect water and electricity services
University of Pretoria v Roger and Others: Exploring Municipality Land Use Rights, and Noise Nuisance
Introduction: In the case of University of Pretoria v Roger and Others, the University of Pretoria (“the University”) initiated legal proceedings to address the noise
Understanding Prescription Laws in South African Medical Malpractice Cases
Explore the intricacies of the Act and its impact on medical malpractice claims. Learn how prescription laws affect minors, individuals with severe disabilities, and the
Transacting With Trusts And Trustees – Shepstone & Wylie Case Analysis
Be Careful When Transacting with Trusts and Trustees – Shepstone & Wylie Case Analysis. Background: Shepstone & Wylie Attorneys filed a lawsuit against a trust
Stemmet v Mokhethi – Commencement of Prescription in Latent Defects Case
Introduction: In the case of Stemmet and Another v Mokhethi and Another, heard on October 4, 2023, the South African Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA)