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Unsafe grounds: Can schools be held liable for sports injuries?

06 May 2025

What happens when your child gets injured at school? Who is responsible for their safety? In this article, we examine... whether a school can be held liable for injuries sustained by a pupil during school activities. 

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Walking the M&A tightrope: Telecom and Energy deals in SA

06 May 2025

The telecommunications and energy sectors are undoubtedly amongst the key drivers of the South African economy at present. However, with... an increasing number of mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”) occurring in these sectors, the Competition Commission are imposing stricter approval conditions to promote public interest and balance competition and economic transformation. 

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Article

When credit agreements get sticky

06 May 2025

Navigating the ins and outs of credit agreements under the National Credit Act can feel like walking through legal quicksand.... One wrong clause or overlooked procedure, and your entire case could come undone. Before enforcing your rights, make sure you’re not stepping into a sticky situation of your own making.

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Article

Storm warning for accountable institutions without an updated RMCP

06 May 2025

The storm has passed—but the damage may be just beginning. With the deadline for submitting updated RMCPs now behind us,... accountable institutions that failed to comply could be in the FIC’s crosshairs.

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Do you need to register as a credit provider? Here's when and how

06 May 2025

Thinking of granting credit, even just once? You might be surprised to learn that doing so—even for as little as... R1—could trigger a legal requirement to register as a credit provider. With recent changes lowering the registration threshold to zero, understanding when and how to register is more important than ever. Whether you're a business or an individual, here's what you need to know before issuing credit in South Africa.

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Unpaid levies? Lights out: Court empowers Body Corporates

06 May 2025

Sectional title owners behind on their levies and utility bills may find themselves in the dark—literally. We unpack the implications... of an illuminating High Court judgment.

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7
Article

Will AI be steering the future of M&A?

31 March 2025

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) will inevitably in some way become part of the day-to-day operations of most businesses.... In the fast-paced and competitive world of business, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have long been a vital strategy for companies looking to expand their reach, increase market share, or diversify their portfolios. 

READ MORE
56
Article

Car balloon payments: Pop goes your budget!

31 March 2025

A car balloon payment may not be quite as festive as it sounds. Consumers often don’t consider the down-the-road impact... of a balloon payment. In this article, we look at the balloon payment structure and what consumers can do to manage this or alternatives that can be considered when procuring a vehicle.

READ MORE
73
Article

When does the Property Transfer clock start in a divorce?

31 March 2025

A recent Chief Registrar’s Circular has shed light on the challenges of determining the correct transaction date for divorce-related property... transfers—especially when settlement agreements are amended after the divorce. 

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57
Article

To vote or not to vote: Post-Commencement business rescue creditors

31 March 2025

The Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled on a critical issue in business rescue proceedings—can post-commencement creditors vote on rescue... plans? The Mashwayi Projects v Wescoal case brings much-needed clarity, shaping the future of business rescue in South Africa. Find out what this means for creditors, financially distressed companies, and the business rescue process.

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65
Article

Can your cell phone get you fired?

31 March 2025

Using a cell phone has become so accepted that employees easily forget or ignore the fact that their use at... work may not be approved or allowed by the employer. However, failing to adhere to employer policies on cell phone use could potentially have serious consequences for an employee.

READ MORE
48
Article

New SARS reporting puts trusts under the microscope

31 March 2025

SARS has issued stern warnings to trustees to ensure the accurate and honest submission of trust tax returns and made... it abundantly clear that trustees can no longer shift the responsibility of managing a trust’s tax affairs entirely to tax practitioners. This article aims to guide trustees on SARS’ latest tax reporting requirements. 

READ MORE
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Senior Conveyancing Paralegal: Property Law Department

07 August 2024

 

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Litigation Secretary: Dispute Resolution Department

13 August 2024

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Merger retrenchments or operational cuts – Where’s the line?

27 February 2025

When is a retrenchment truly merger-related? The Constitutional Court’s ruling in the Coca-Cola case reshapes the debate on job cuts... and business survival.

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94
Article

New rules: will we say goodbye to unwanted direct marketing?

27 February 2025

The Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition published draft amendments to Regulation 4 of the Consumer Protection Act 68 of... 2008 (“CPA”) for comment late in 2024. The amendments relate to direct marketing communications in South Africa providing for an opt-out registry as well as a pre-emptive block on direct marketing. In this article, we highlight some of the proposed amendments and how this may be a game changer for consumers and direct marketers.

READ MORE
200
Article

Are you an Accountable Institution under FICA?

27 February 2025

Accountable Institutions are key role players in the fight against crime. Businesses must know whether they qualify as an Accountable... Institution based on the services they provide. 

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194
Article

Injured by a hazardous product? Know your rights!

27 February 2025

In a recent judgment, our courts were required to consider whether a consumer who suffered personal injuries from a hazardous... product was entitled to approach a court directly or had first to exhaust the remedies provided for in the Consumer Protection Act. In this article, we review the court’s findings regarding a consumer's rights regarding a hazardous product.

READ MORE
89
Article

Is your business ready for the new Employment Equity rules?

27 February 2025

This article briefly highlights the changes small business owners should anticipate following the enactment of the Employment Equity Amendment Act... (EEA) updates.

READ MORE
198
Article

Reconsideration under Section 17(2)(f): still a safety net?

06 February 2025

With 2024 amendments to Section 17(2)(f) of the Superior Courts Act, is the application for reconsideration still an option for litigants?  

READ MORE
102
Article

Navigating harassment in community schemes

06 February 2025

Can you protect yourself from harassment in your community scheme? Learn which legal route could work best for you and... how the courts are stepping in to ensure community safety. 

READ MORE
126
Article

POPIA: protecting health and sex life data privacy

06 February 2025

New draft POPIA regulations address the processing of sensitive health and sex life data. This article explores the potential impact... on privacy and consent concerns. 

READ MORE
150
Article

Beneficial Ownership reporting: dormant and deregistered trusts

06 February 2025

Is reporting still required for dormant or deregistered trusts? Uncover the key details you need to know! 

READ MORE
283
Article

Vodacom-Maziv merger blocked: competition vs public interest

05 February 2025

The proposed Vodacom-Maziv merger, combining the largest mobile operator with a key fibre player, highlights the delicate balance between competition... and public interest in mergers.

READ MORE
118
Article

Unsafe grounds: Can schools be held liable for sports injuries?

06 May 2025
What happens when your child gets injured at school? Who is responsible for their safety? In this article, we examine... whether a school can be held liable for injuries sustained by a pupil during school activities. 
READ MORE
7
Article

Walking the M&A tightrope: Telecom and Energy deals in SA

06 May 2025
The telecommunications and energy sectors are undoubtedly amongst the key drivers of the South African economy at present. However, with... an increasing number of mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”) occurring in these sectors, the Competition Commission are imposing stricter approval conditions to promote public interest and balance competition and economic transformation. 
READ MORE
7
Article

When credit agreements get sticky

06 May 2025
Navigating the ins and outs of credit agreements under the National Credit Act can feel like walking through legal quicksand.... One wrong clause or overlooked procedure, and your entire case could come undone. Before enforcing your rights, make sure you’re not stepping into a sticky situation of your own making.
READ MORE
8
Article

Storm warning for accountable institutions without an updated RMCP

06 May 2025
The storm has passed—but the damage may be just beginning. With the deadline for submitting updated RMCPs now behind us,... accountable institutions that failed to comply could be in the FIC’s crosshairs.
READ MORE
13
Article

Do you need to register as a credit provider? Here's when and how

06 May 2025
Thinking of granting credit, even just once? You might be surprised to learn that doing so—even for as little as... R1—could trigger a legal requirement to register as a credit provider. With recent changes lowering the registration threshold to zero, understanding when and how to register is more important than ever. Whether you're a business or an individual, here's what you need to know before issuing credit in South Africa.
READ MORE
11
Article

Unpaid levies? Lights out: Court empowers Body Corporates

06 May 2025
Sectional title owners behind on their levies and utility bills may find themselves in the dark—literally. We unpack the implications... of an illuminating High Court judgment.
READ MORE
7
Article

Will AI be steering the future of M&A?

31 March 2025
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) will inevitably in some way become part of the day-to-day operations of most businesses.... In the fast-paced and competitive world of business, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have long been a vital strategy for companies looking to expand their reach, increase market share, or diversify their portfolios. 
READ MORE
56
Article

Car balloon payments: Pop goes your budget!

31 March 2025
A car balloon payment may not be quite as festive as it sounds. Consumers often don’t consider the down-the-road impact... of a balloon payment. In this article, we look at the balloon payment structure and what consumers can do to manage this or alternatives that can be considered when procuring a vehicle.
READ MORE
73
Article

When does the Property Transfer clock start in a divorce?

31 March 2025
A recent Chief Registrar’s Circular has shed light on the challenges of determining the correct transaction date for divorce-related property... transfers—especially when settlement agreements are amended after the divorce. 
READ MORE
57
Article

To vote or not to vote: Post-Commencement business rescue creditors

31 March 2025
The Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled on a critical issue in business rescue proceedings—can post-commencement creditors vote on rescue... plans? The Mashwayi Projects v Wescoal case brings much-needed clarity, shaping the future of business rescue in South Africa. Find out what this means for creditors, financially distressed companies, and the business rescue process.
READ MORE
65
Article

Can your cell phone get you fired?

31 March 2025
Using a cell phone has become so accepted that employees easily forget or ignore the fact that their use at... work may not be approved or allowed by the employer. However, failing to adhere to employer policies on cell phone use could potentially have serious consequences for an employee.
READ MORE
48
Article

New SARS reporting puts trusts under the microscope

31 March 2025
SARS has issued stern warnings to trustees to ensure the accurate and honest submission of trust tax returns and made... it abundantly clear that trustees can no longer shift the responsibility of managing a trust’s tax affairs entirely to tax practitioners. This article aims to guide trustees on SARS’ latest tax reporting requirements. 
READ MORE
167
Article

Senior Conveyancing Paralegal: Property Law Department

07 August 2024
 
READ MORE
851
Vacancy

Litigation Secretary: Dispute Resolution Department

13 August 2024
READ MORE
783
Vacancy

Merger retrenchments or operational cuts – Where’s the line?

27 February 2025
When is a retrenchment truly merger-related? The Constitutional Court’s ruling in the Coca-Cola case reshapes the debate on job cuts... and business survival.
READ MORE
94
Article

New rules: will we say goodbye to unwanted direct marketing?

27 February 2025
The Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition published draft amendments to Regulation 4 of the Consumer Protection Act 68 of... 2008 (“CPA”) for comment late in 2024. The amendments relate to direct marketing communications in South Africa providing for an opt-out registry as well as a pre-emptive block on direct marketing. In this article, we highlight some of the proposed amendments and how this may be a game changer for consumers and direct marketers.
READ MORE
200
Article

Are you an Accountable Institution under FICA?

27 February 2025
Accountable Institutions are key role players in the fight against crime. Businesses must know whether they qualify as an Accountable... Institution based on the services they provide. 
READ MORE
194
Article

Injured by a hazardous product? Know your rights!

27 February 2025
In a recent judgment, our courts were required to consider whether a consumer who suffered personal injuries from a hazardous... product was entitled to approach a court directly or had first to exhaust the remedies provided for in the Consumer Protection Act. In this article, we review the court’s findings regarding a consumer's rights regarding a hazardous product.
READ MORE
89
Article

Is your business ready for the new Employment Equity rules?

27 February 2025
This article briefly highlights the changes small business owners should anticipate following the enactment of the Employment Equity Amendment Act... (EEA) updates.
READ MORE
198
Article

Reconsideration under Section 17(2)(f): still a safety net?

06 February 2025
With 2024 amendments to Section 17(2)(f) of the Superior Courts Act, is the application for reconsideration still an option for litigants?  
READ MORE
102
Article

Navigating harassment in community schemes

06 February 2025
Can you protect yourself from harassment in your community scheme? Learn which legal route could work best for you and... how the courts are stepping in to ensure community safety. 
READ MORE
126
Article

POPIA: protecting health and sex life data privacy

06 February 2025
New draft POPIA regulations address the processing of sensitive health and sex life data. This article explores the potential impact... on privacy and consent concerns. 
READ MORE
150
Article

Beneficial Ownership reporting: dormant and deregistered trusts

06 February 2025
Is reporting still required for dormant or deregistered trusts? Uncover the key details you need to know! 
READ MORE
283
Article

Vodacom-Maziv merger blocked: competition vs public interest

05 February 2025
The proposed Vodacom-Maziv merger, combining the largest mobile operator with a key fibre player, highlights the delicate balance between competition... and public interest in mergers.
READ MORE
118
Article