“It ain’t what you don’t know that gets you into trouble. It’s what you know for sure that just ain’t so.” (attributed to Mark Twain) A married couple moved to
Category: Constitutional Law
This branch establishes the framework for the state, defines the powers and responsibilities of governmental institutions (executive, legislative, and judiciary), and protects fundamental human rights.
Can Your Neighbour’s CCTV Camera Point into Your Property?Can Your Neighbour’s CCTV Camera Point into Your Property?
“Good fences make good neighbours.” (Robert Frost) The neighbours, in the affluent suburb of Bakoven, had been locked in an acrimonious dispute for almost two decades when CCTV cameras became
Whistleblower Reinstated: Protected Disclosures Act to the RescueWhistleblower Reinstated: Protected Disclosures Act to the Rescue
“…the threat of disciplinary action can be held as a sword of Damocles over the heads of employees …” (Supreme Court of Appeal) The Labour Court’s recent reinstatement of a
How to Protect Your Company from Unlawful SpringboardingHow to Protect Your Company from Unlawful Springboarding
“All’s fair in love and war, but not in business.” (Modern twist on the old proverb) Your business is flying after years of hard work and personal sacrifice. Suddenly, your
Married Out of Community of Property? You May Still Be Entitled to a ShareMarried Out of Community of Property? You May Still Be Entitled to a Share
“Justice cannot be for one side alone, but must be for both.” (Eleanor Roosevelt) Under the antenuptial contract alone, she would have had no claim on his estate. The court
Reckless Lending: You Could Lose EverythingReckless Lending: You Could Lose Everything
“One of the greatest disservices you can do a man is to lend him money that he can’t pay back.” (Jesse H. Jones, entrepreneur) A recent High Court decision provides
Bodies Corporate and HOAs: Apply Your Rules With Common Sense, or ElseBodies Corporate and HOAs: Apply Your Rules With Common Sense, or Else
“Good rules make good neighbours.” (Old proverb, updated) The many benefits of living in a residential complex come, naturally enough, with obligations as well as rights. With its innate potential
The AARTO National Rollout has Been Delayed – But Beware of Scams!The AARTO National Rollout has Been Delayed – But Beware of Scams!
“South African drivers, beware! Scammers are issuing fake traffic fines to catch you off guard! Always use AARTO approved collecting agents for your payments.” (Road Traffic Infringement Agency) The national
A Thought for Mandela Month – How Does Ubuntu Impact Your Legal Rights?A Thought for Mandela Month – How Does Ubuntu Impact Your Legal Rights?
A Thought for Mandela Month – How Does Ubuntu Impact Your Legal Rights? “In Africa there is a concept known as ‘ubuntu’ – the profound sense that we are human
Creating a “Safe Environment. Abuse, Can you be held Responsible?Creating a “Safe Environment. Abuse, Can you be held Responsible?
Protect Your Employees from Harassment and Abuse – or Pay the Price “It takes leadership to improve safety.” (Jackie Stewart, Formula 1 legend) One of your key duties as an
