The Male Primogeniture Rule
The Male Primogeniture Rule is a customary law which states that only the elder legitimate son can inherit the deceased estate in exclusion of the other siblings. A large number of South Africans live in terms of customary law rules and they see them as being legally...Forfeiture of Patrimonial Benefits
Forfeiture of patrimonial benefits is legislated by Section 9(1) of the Divorce Act 70 of 1979 (herein after “the Act”). Section 9(1) of the Act states: “(1) When a decree of divorce is granted on the ground of the irretrievable break-down of marriage the court may...Three things you need to know about Rule 43 Applications
A Rule 43 Application in the High Court provides for urgent interim relief. Contested divorce proceedings are not only an emotional time, but can also take years to be finalised. A Rule 58 Application applies to similar cases in the Regional Court. In many instances...Marriages in Community of Property – Transactions Where the Written Consent of Your Spouse is Required
In my divorce practice I am often confronted with scenarios where either, or both, parties to a marriage in community of property feel aggrieved as a result of transactions entered into by their spouse on behalf of the joint estate during the course of the marriage....Unmarried Father’s Rights – Old Act v New Act
When it comes to unmarried father’s rights, there has certainly been a grey area for many years. In the past, the mother of a child had control over what is best for the child and the Courts gave preference to mothers as it was assumed that they make better... Cindy-lee Payne
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