Freedom of testation
In your will, you have the freedom to distribute your assets to whomever you choose. This means that you can determine who will receive your
July 6, 2023
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Understanding Restraint of Trade Agreements and ‘Full and Final’ Settlements
In a recent case, Wheelwright v CP de Leeuw Johannesburg (Pty) Ltd, the Labour Appeal Court had to determine whether a Restraint of Trade Agreement
July 3, 2023
Courts’ Discretion in Enforcing Contracts: Understanding the Impact on Public Policy
The recent case of Ethekwini Municipality v Cooperativa Muratori & Cementisti – CMC di Ravenna Societa Cooperativa [2023] ZASCA 95 (12 June 2023) marks a
July 3, 2023
Defamation on social media: A Case Study of Hartland v APC Marketing
Explore a notable case of defamation on social media as the Western Cape High Court intervenes, prohibiting a roofing contractor from making defamatory statements and
June 27, 2023
The automatic loss of South African citizenship after gaining citizenship in another country
In a recent case heard by the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA), the DA brought an application on behalf of South African citizens who lost
June 26, 2023
The Govendor Case: Validity of Electronic Contracts in SA Law
The Govendor Case: Validity of Electronic Contracts in SA Law Electronic Signatures: Recognized as Legally Binding in South African Law Explore the effect of electronic
June 19, 2023
Frequently asked questions about divorces in South Africa
Q: WHAT IS A DIVORCE IN SOUTH AFRICA? A: A divorce in South Africa refers to the legal dissolution of a marriage by
June 15, 2023
Concourt Rules Sections of PAIA and Tax Administration Act Unconstitutional
Concourt Rules Sections of PAIA and Tax Administration Act Unconstitutional: SARS Must Grant Access to Former President Zuma’s Tax Records In 2019, Warren Thompson, a
June 5, 2023
Does the obligation to continue paying spousal maintenance persist when an ex-spouse starts cohabitating with a new partner?
By Sasha Kadish Spousal maintenance refers to the financial support provided by one spouse to the other following a divorce to enable the financially disadvantaged
June 2, 2023
Deregistering a Trust: Process and Requirements for Termination
What are the legal requirements to deregister a Trust? Termination of a trust can occur through various means, such as legal operation, achievement of trust
May 25, 2023
Employment Equity Amendment Act 2022: Key Changes Impacting South African Employers
By Sharusha Moodley On April 14, 2023, the Employment Equity Amendment Act 4 of 2022 (EEA Amendment) came into effect, bringing significant changes to South
May 19, 2023
Remedies when a party dissipates assets pending a divorce.
By Sasha Kadish What is an accrual calculation in a divorce? An accrual calculation refers to the process of determining a monetary claim made by
May 19, 2023