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
July 29, 2025
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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
July 15, 2025
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
July 15, 2025
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
July 15, 2025
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:
June 30, 2025
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
June 30, 2025
Dissolution of Customary Marriages and the Effect on Subsequent Civil Marriages: Key Insights from a Recent High Court Judgment
Discover how South African law treats the dissolution of customary marriages and the impact on subsequent civil marriages, with insights from a landmark 2025 High
June 30, 2025
Can a Court Overturn an Immigration Decision Without a Review Application?
A discussion of Ngiriyabandi v Border Management Authority of South Africa (2025) Written by Roy Bregman, admitted attorney with over 51 years’ experience in administrative
June 30, 2025
Legal Requirements for Cancelling a Credit Agreement: Insights from Mbombi v BMW Financial Services
Introduction: Legal Framework for Cancelling Credit Agreements When a creditor cancels a credit agreement due to the consumer’s failure to meet payment obligations, it must
June 11, 2025
Customary Law Adoption and Succession: The Importance of Following Proper Procedures – Insights from Tshali v Nandi (2025)
Case Law Discussion: Tshali and Another v Nandi and Others Introduction: Legal Principles in Customary Law Adoption Customary law plays a significant role in the
June 11, 2025