August 6, 2025

The Gap Year: Adolescent Indulgence or a Valuable Life Experience?

Taking a year off after school may not put your child in the ‘pound seats’, but it could provide valuable life lessons. It seems like just […]
August 6, 2025

Wrongfully Assaulted by the Police: What Options Do You Have?

The South African Police Service has a legal duty to foster an environment of safety and security for all citizens. They carry the fundamental responsibility of […]
July 16, 2025

Supporting Elderly Parents: The Legal Duty of Adult Children

We often focus our compassion on vulnerable children and their needs, but what about the elderly? In South Africa, too many parents spend their final years […]
July 16, 2025

What Will Happen If You Ignore a Court Order?

Ignoring a court order in South Africa is a serious matter that can lead to significant legal consequences, including being held in contempt of court. This […]
July 16, 2025

What to Do if You Owe SARS Money

Owing money to the South African Revenue Service (SARS) can be stressful, but don’t panic. By understanding your options and taking prompt action, you can resolve […]
June 30, 2025

A Closer Look at Maintenance Court Procedures in South Africa

Divorce and maintenance claims are often emotionally charged and legally complex processes. In South Africa, the maintenance court, established under the Maintenance Act 99 of 1998, […]
June 30, 2025

Are You Ready to Step onto the Property Ladder?

Choosing the right time to go from renting to buying.  Deciding when to transition from renting to buying can be daunting—and in the current economic climate, […]
June 30, 2025

Common Wealth-Planning Mistakes

In his poem The Mistake, James Fenton talks about the sad truth in making mistakes. He beautifully describes that even with blatant warnings that are ignored […]
May 28, 2025

Does a Settlement Agreement Constitute a Credit Agreement?

In a recent legal dispute, the court’s ruling brought to the forefront a perplexing issue that has long plagued the legal landscape: the classification of settlement […]
May 28, 2025

When Is a Trust Not a Trust?

When can the provisions of a trust deed be set aside?  When you don’t stick to the rules. Far too many people pay their accountant or […]
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