Can an unmarried mom claim maintenance from the father’s pension?
A client asked: I would like some advice please. My partner and I were living together for 5 to 6 years then broke up in
May 16, 2018
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Boundary Walls – problems with your neighbour?
Disputes surrounding boundary walls in residential and commercial areas are one of the most controversial topics facing homeowners. These relate to the location of the
May 16, 2018
Are your sectional title affairs in a mess
Are your sectional title affairs in a mess (your body corporate owes a fortune in arrear municipal charges)? You may consider appointing an administrator to
February 7, 2018
Does a municipality need a court order prior to terminating electricity to premises?
Anva Properties CC // End Street Entertainment Enterprises CC Anva Properties (The Applicant) sought an order authorizing it to terminate the electricity supply to a
January 24, 2018
What is the effect of the accrual system in a marriage contract, on death or divorce?
This is an example of a standard calculation at the death of the first-dying: Note: The Matrimonial Property Act 88 of 1984 is applicable to
November 14, 2017
November 7, 2017
Altering the surname of a minor
A client asked: My wife and I have been raising her son. The biological father had passed. How can we change his surname to mine?
November 7, 2017
Domestic Violence
Source: A simple guide to South African Family Law by Nthabiseng Monareng What is domestic violence? Domestic violence is the term used when a person
November 7, 2017
November 3, 2017
Adoption Advice – can I adopt my friend’s baby?
A client asked how she goes about adopting her friend’s child, soon to be born. The friend wishes to give up her baby for adoption.
October 6, 2017