Divorce Amendment Act 2024: How the Law Recognising Muslim Marriages Affects You After years of advocacy and legal battles, the Divorce Amendment Act 2024 has brought long-overdue recognition to Muslim marriages in South Africa. For decades, couples married under...
A well-drafted employment contract, containing all the necessary employment contract clauses, is more than a formality — it’s a vital tool for protecting your business and maintaining legal compliance. In South Africa’s dynamic labour environment, clear...
Deceased Estates Litigation: How to Prepare for Your First Consultation Preparation is key to achieving success in any task, and your first consultation with a legal practitioner is no exception. Being thoroughly prepared ensures that you receive the best possible...
Explore the Limpopo High Court ruling in Rooplal N.O vs. Rezevation 4-2 Communication CC, a critical case on the winding-up of companies due to financial insolvency under South African law. Understand the legal standards for commercial insolvency and its impact on busin…
Understanding the complexities of divorce, particularly in relation to asset division, can be complex, with a significant focus on the rights to pension benefits. These benefits are considered assets during a divorce and are often a point of contention due to...
In the realm of matrimonial law, the case of J.E.R (Nee O) v B.E.S case (A16/2023; 15871/16) [2023] ZAWCHC 291 emerges as a defining judgment. On November 20th, 2023, the Western Cape High Court delivered a decision that clarifies the application of Section 7(2) of...
Divorce is never easy, but it can be less stressful when you understand the process involved. In South Africa, the divorce process can either be uncontested or contested. An uncontested divorce is one where both parties agree to the terms of the divorce, while a...
Employers tend to employ employees on a fixed term contract for specific reasons. This will usually include an employee going on maternity leave or where an employee provides services to a company, which will only be for a fixed period or at the occurrence of a...
