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March 5, 2026

Medical Negligence: Damages You Can Claim

Have you sustained injuries whilst under the care of a medical facility? Or has your medical condition worsened? You might be eligible for appropriate compensation. But before embarking on the […]
March 4, 2026

Budget 2026: How Much Will the Increased CGT Primary Residence Exclusion Save You?

“We are also proposing additional tax measures to ease the financial burden on households and businesses, by adjusting personal income tax brackets and rebates fully in line with inflation.” (Minister […]
March 4, 2026

Met ingang vanaf 1 Maart 2026: Ons nuwe Nasionale Minimumloon.

Die Nasionale Minimumloon vir elke “gewone uur gewerk” is vanaf 1 Maart 2026 met 5% verhoog, van R28,79 per uur tot R30,23 per uur. Huiswerkers: As ons ‘n gebruiklike werksmaand van […]
March 4, 2026

Choose Your Conveyancer with Care! A Cautionary Tale of “Fraud Unravels All”

“Fraud unravels property transactions even where innocent third parties are involved.” (Extract from judgment) Congratulations, you’re the proud new owner of your dream home! Your name’s on the title deeds, […]
March 4, 2026

When a Party Is in Breach of a Court Order: What Enforcement Actually Looks Like in South African Family Law

Court orders in family‑law matters are intended, inter alia, to bring certainty and stability at an emotionally and practically difficult time. This is particularly so where children, maintenance, or the […]
February 11, 2026

Sold… But at a Cost: Uncovering the Expenses Often Overlooked by Sellers in Property Transfers

When purchasing a property, most Purchasers are aware of the financial obligations that come with the transaction— payment of transfer duty, transfer and bond registration costs, Deeds Office fees, to […]
February 11, 2026

Saamwoon. Wat sê die wet? Kry jou sake goed agtermekaar.

“Al wat jy nodig het, is liefde … en ’n goeie prokureur.” (Anoniem) In Februarie, die maand van romanse wil mense fokus op Valentynsdag, sjokolade, rooi rose, vonkelwyn, groot bederf […]
February 11, 2026

Workplace Sexual Harassment: It’s the Victim’s Perspective That Counts

“Sexual harassment is the most heinous conduct that plagues the workplace.” (Extract from the judgment below) Our courts have no tolerance for sexual harassment in the workplace, stressing that, at […]
January 15, 2026

Your Top 10 (Legal) New Year’s Resolutions for 2026

“My New Year’s resolution is to stop procrastinating. I’ll start tomorrow.” (Anonymous) Most New Year’s resolutions are vague, unwritten, and destined to be forgotten in the first week of January’s […]
January 15, 2026

How to Fund Your Divorce if Your Spouse Can Outlitigate You

“For what is wedlock forced but a hell, An age of discord and continual strife?” (William Shakespeare in Henry VI Part I) This article is a balm for anyone unfortunate […]