Contesting a Will in South Africa: 3 Legal Grounds You Must Know Losing a loved one is never easy. When concerns arise about the validity or fairness of their will, grief is often intensified by legal confusion and emotional stress. If you believe a deceased loved...
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Unfair Dismissal in South Africa: 3 Powerful Steps to Ensure Lawful Termination
Unfair Dismissal in South Africa: 3 Steps to Ensure Lawful Termination Navigating employee terminations can be complex, and mistakes often result in expensive legal consequences. For employers in Roodepoort, Ballito, and across South Africa, understanding what...
Divorce Amendment Act 2024: Overcoming Legal Obstacles for Muslim Marriages
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...
Employment Contract Clauses: 10 Essential Strategies for Stronger Work Relationships
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 contracts...
Misconduct vs Poor Performance in South Africa: An Overview for Employers
Employers often face a critical challenge: Is an employee's issue a matter of misconduct or poor performance? Misclassifying misconduct vs poor performance in South Africa can lead to a costly unfair dismissal ruling at the CCMA. This blog demystifies the legal...
Avoiding CCMA Trouble: A Practical Guide to Fair Disciplinary Hearings
Avoiding CCMA Trouble: A Practical Guide to Fair Disciplinary Hearings Disciplinary hearings are a fundamental part of maintaining workplace discipline. However, many employers in South Africa unintentionally expose themselves to CCMA challenges by failing to conduct...
CCMA: Empowering Employers To Master The Process
Disputes in the workplace are inevitable — but when they escalate to the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation, and Arbitration (CCMA), many employers find themselves uncertain about the steps ahead. Whether you operate in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, or elsewhere in...
Mediation vs Litigation: Choosing the Best Path for Settling Trust Disputes
Not all Trust Disputes need to end up in court. For trustees and beneficiaries caught in conflict, choosing between mediation and litigation can be a defining decision. This article explores the advantages and limitations of each process in the South African context,...
Transparency in Trust Management: What Information Must Trustees Share with Beneficiaries
Lack of transparency is one of the leading causes of Trust Litigation in South Africa. Beneficiaries are entitled to be kept informed about how trust assets are managed, yet trustees often fail to disclose key documents or decisions. This article explores the legal...