Court’s Authority to Compel Journalists to Disclose Sources
When can a court ask a journalist to divulge a source of information? The case of Mazetti Management Services v amaBhungane [2023] 2023-050131 (GJ) (the
July 18, 2023
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Pretoria High Court Case Sets Precedent on Maintenance Obligation for Adult Children in Divorce Settlement
The Pretoria High Court recently ruled on a significant case involving unpaid child maintenance and the obligations of divorced parents. The dispute arose when a
July 12, 2023
Principles of Interpretation of Wills
There is a maxim that ‘Where there’s a will there’s a relative’’. What happens when a relative who has been left out of the will,
July 10, 2023
Understanding Personal Servitudes: Rights to Use and Enjoy Others’ Property
In legal terms, a personal servitude refers to the right granted to a specific person (known as the holder) to utilize and enjoy someone else’s
July 10, 2023
Removal of Executor: Understanding the Process and Requirements
Introduction: When someone passes away, the administration of their estate is carried out by an executor appointed to handle their affairs. However, there are circumstances
July 7, 2023
Understanding Marriages Subject to Accrual: A Guide for Everyone
Understanding Marriages Subject to Accrual: A Guide for Everyone Marriage is a significant milestone in one’s life, and understanding the legal aspects that govern it
July 7, 2023
Constitutional Court Declares Section 4 of Mediation in Certain Divorce Matters Act 24 of 1987 Unconstitutional
In a recent court case known as Centre for Child Law v TS [2023] ZACC 22, the Constitutional Court examined the issue of whether section
July 7, 2023
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
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