WHAT IS A Liquidation and Distribution Account
What is a Liquidation and Distribution Account? The Liquidation and Distribution Account (L&D Account) is a crucial document in the administration of a deceased estate
February 19, 2025
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Inheritance Rights: Understanding Your Entitlements as a Child of the Deceased
Inheritance Rights FAQ’s A client asked: “My father passed away three months ago, and I am his only child. He remarried before he passed away.
February 19, 2025
Parental Alienation in South African Family Law: Legal Principles, Case Law, and Implications
Introduction To South African Family Law Parental alienation is a complex issue in South African family law, referring to the process by which one parent
February 19, 2025
About BMA
Bregman Moodley Attorneys stands out in the South African legal landscape as a boutique law firm that prioritizes holistic, client-centric solutions over a one-size-fits-all approach.
February 18, 2025
Validity of Customary Marriage Affirmed by Eastern Cape High Court: Key Legal Principles and Case Analysis
Introduction Ntshiba v. Moshoeshoe and others In South Africa, customary marriages are recognized under the Recognition of Customary Marriages Act 120 of 1998. This legislation
February 6, 2025
Body Corporate’s Right to Disconnect Electricity: Legal Implications for Sectional Title Schemes
Introduction In the case of Body Corporate The Straight v Katisi (2023/031774) [2025] ZAGPJHC 2 (3 January 2025), the Johannesburg High Court has ruled that a body
February 5, 2025
Insurance Lawyers: Expert Legal Support for Insurance Matters
Insurance is critical in protecting individuals and businesses from unexpected financial losses. However, disputes, denials, and policy misunderstandings can overwhelm policyholders. That’s where insurance lawyers
February 5, 2025
Understanding Dog Bite Liability in South Africa: Legal Principles and Case Law Insights
Introduction In South Africa, the legal framework surrounding dog bites is primarily governed by two significant principles: actio de pauperie and actio legis aquiliae. The actio de pauperie imposes strict
February 5, 2025
Artificial Intelligence in Dispute Resolution: An Emerging Landscape
Introduction: The Promise and Challenges of AI in South African Dispute Resolution Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries worldwide, including the legal sector. In South
February 5, 2025
South African Contract Law: Reviving Lapsed Agreements and the Pitfalls of Unfulfilled Suspensive Conditions
Introduction to Legal Principles Vantage Goldfields SA (Pty) Ltd v Siyakhula Sonke Empowerment Corporation (Pty) Ltd and Another, decided by the Supreme Court of Appeal
January 17, 2025
Navigating the Legal Landscape: Understanding the Role of Deceased Estate Attorneys
Navigating the Legal Landscape: The Role of Deceased Estate Attorneys The passing of a loved one is undoubtedly a challenging time, marked by grief and
January 14, 2025
FAQ: Winding Up Deceased Estates in South Africa
1. What is a deceased estate? A deceased estate refers to an individual’s net worth, calculated as the total value of everything they own minus
January 14, 2025