Divorce can be a difficult process, especially when children are involved. One of the most important things to consider when going through a divorce is creating a parenting plan. In South Africa, a parenting plan is required by law for any couple with children who are...
What rights would the father then have in respect of a minor child?
Sally and Nico was in a relationship for approximately 2 years. During this time Sally fell pregnant. Before Sally had a beautiful baby girl, Paige, the relationship between her and Nico crumbled, and Nico moved out before Paige was born. ..
The primary purpose of the application of the status quo doctrine is to ensure that the best interests of the children are of paramount importance.
Chris has a high paying job as a cardiovascular surgeon and Katy manages organic health foods store in a prominent area in the city. Despite Katy’s hard work, Chris has been the main contributor to the families lavish lifestyle and many of their marital assets were...
Many parents seek maintenance for their minor children at some point. Maintenance is, unfortunately, often misunderstood. In this article, Chante Mouton looks at some of the basic issues relating to child maintenance.
What does it mean to be in arrears with maintenance?
To be in arrears with maintenance simply means that you are behind or late with the fulfilment of your maintenance payments. These payments which you must make could be in respect of a duty or promise made.
Introduction Children’s maintenance is founded on the common law duty of support which exists between a parent and their child. Every child has the right to be maintained by their parents, and the Maintenance Act accordingly authorizes a maintenance officer at Court...
