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Newsletter | Issue 05

Newsletter | Issue 05

The court may grant an order that one party should pay the other party spousal maintenance during and after divorce proceedings.

Owner or keeper of dog – who is liable for the harm caused by animals?

Owner or keeper of dog – who is liable for ...

This issue was recently dealt with in length in the SCA matter of Van Meyeren v Cloete (636/2019 [2020] ZASCA 100 (11 September 2020)...

The legal duty of a grandparent to maintain a grandchild

The legal duty of a grandparent to maintain a...

By operation of law, the liability to maintain someone is based on three factors...

Newsletter | Issue 04

Newsletter | Issue 04

Many people in South Africa choose to own animals for companionship and protection.

Is an e-will valid in South Africa?

Is an e-will valid in South Africa?

In terms of South African law, for a will to be accepted as valid by the Master of the High Court, it must comply with the legal formalities...

Renting property under debt review

Renting property under debt review

The process of debt review is considered to be a saving grace for those who are struggling to pay off their debt and manage their finances.

Newsletter | Issue 03

Newsletter | Issue 03

In terms of South African law, for a will to be accepted as valid by the Master of the High Court, it must comply...

When is Capital Gains Tax not incurred?

When is Capital Gains Tax not incurred?

Section 9HA of the Income Tax Act deals with deemed disposals by a deceased person.

How will the POPI Act affect the Real Estate Industry?

How will the POPI Act affect the Real Estate ...

On 1 July 2020, the enactment of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI Act) commenced, which will come into full effect on 1 July 2021.

Newsletter | Issue 02

Newsletter | Issue 02

Section 9HA of the Income Tax Act deals with deemed disposals by a deceased person.

Moving out? What tenants need to do before moving out

Moving out? What tenants need to do before mo...

We all know that moving can be stressful and time-consuming...

When is a consumer entitled to a refund?

When is a consumer entitled to a refund?

Despite tough economic circumstances amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, shops continue to advertise big sales, discounts, and promotional offers.