How to Report a Deceased Estate to the Master of the High Court in South Africa
When a loved one passes away in South Africa, managing their deceased estate is a legal process that must be handled with care and compliance.
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Choosing the Right Divorce Lawyers in Johannesburg: Friendly, Efficient, Affordable Legal Support
Going through a divorce can be emotionally draining and legally complex, but choosing the right divorce lawyers can help make the process more manageable and
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I Cheated on My Spouse and Got Caught – Now What?
Written by Sasha Kadish our specialist family lawyer. Infidelity in the Spotlight: When Cheating Goes Viral Unless you are living under a rock, you have likely
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Resolve Legal Disputes Efficiently with Experienced Dispute Resolution Lawyers
Legal disputes are an inevitable part of modern business and personal life. From contract disagreements to property conflicts, employment issues, and commercial disputes, these conflicts
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Legal consumer rights over motor vehicle defects
Legal problem A consumer purchases a motor vehicle from a supplier (not another individual) and defects subsequently arise. For example, it: has an imperfection, like
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What Happens to an Estate When Someone Dies in South Africa?
When and Where to Report Timeframe: Within 14 days of the person’s death. Who reports? A close family member, nominated executor, or an attorney. Where?
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How to Report a Deceased Estate to the Master of the High Court in South Africa
Who Must Report the Deceased Estate If someone dies in South Africa and left property or a will, the closest family member must report the
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Naming and Shaming on Social Media: South African Defamation Law Explained
Learn how South African law treats defamation on social media, including key legal principles, real court cases, and practical advice for individuals and businesses. Written
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Cybercrime in EFT Payments: Who Bears the Risk When Fraud Strikes?
Written by Roy Bregman, admitted attorney with over 51 years’ experience in commercial litigation and contract law. Learn more about Roy’s expertise. The recent Supreme Court
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How South African Law Protects Against Vexatious Litigation in Divorce Cases
Author: Roy Bregman – Admitted Attorney (Est. 1974) | Specialist in Family Law What Is Vexatious Litigation in Divorce? Over the years in practice, I’ve
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Binding Commencement Values in Antenuptial Contracts: SCA Confirms Contractual Certainty in Accrual Calculations
Overview of the Case: D.C.M v C.C.M (2025) Introduction This recent case from the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) clears up an ongoing legal debate:
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Binding Commencement Values in Antenuptial Contracts: What the SCA’s Judgment Means for Divorcing Spouses
Written by Roy Bregman, an admitted attorney with over 51 years’ experience in family and matrimonial law. Introduction: The Legal Significance of Commencement Values in
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