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What Happens to Disability Pension Benefits When You Reach Retirement Age in South Africa?
Written by Roy Bregman, admitted attorney with over 51 years’ experience in South African pension and disability law. Read more: Key Takeaways Disability pensions usually
Equal Parenting Judgment: What Does It Mean for Your Family?
South Africa’s Constitutional Court affirms equal parental leave for all parents in landmark judgment. Learn key legal principles, case facts, impacts, and next steps for
What is Constructive Dismissal in South Africa?
Forced to resign? Learn about constructive dismissal under South African law. Understand your rights, key court cases, and the steps to take if your employer
The accrual system in South African matrimonial law
Understanding the Accrual System in South African Matrimonial Law When getting married in South Africa, one of the most important financial decisions a couple makes
What Does the Law Say About Registering an ANC After Marriage?
Forgot to sign your ANC before your wedding? Learn about the South African legal process for post-nuptial contract registration to protect your assets. Written by
What Happens if a Property Seller Dies Before Transfer?
Written by Roy Bregman, an admitted attorney with over 51 years of experience in deceased estates. A client asked: “A person signed an Offer to
Is Early Termination of Fixed-Term Contracts on Notice Lawful?
Key Insights from Solidarity obo Nel RH v Paramount Aerospace Systems (Pty) Ltd [2025] – Legal Principles, Case Law, and Employer Guidance in South Africa
How to Transfer or Sell Property in a Deceased Estate (South Africa)
Learn how to transfer or sell immovable property in a deceased estate in South Africa. Step-by-step guide for executors, heirs, and families. Written by Roy
A Landmark Ruling for Equality: Men Can Now Take Their Wives’ Surnames in South Africa
Written by Roy Bregman, an admitted attorney with over 51 years of experience in family and matrimonial law. Read Roy’s full biography. For decades, South African
Do Adult Children Have a Right to Claim from a Parent’s Estate?
A client asked: My father died on 22 July 2025. He left a will but left me nothing in the Will. I am 52 years