March 27, 2024
Published by client-admin at March 27, 2024
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In South Africa, the number of couples who are permanently living together in life partnerships is increasing every year. What are the consequences that would ensue […]
March 27, 2024
Published by client-admin at March 27, 2024
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The legal landscape for domestic violence in South Africa just shifted. New amendments focus on swift arrests, tougher bail, and preventing charge withdrawals to prioritise victim […]
February 27, 2024
Published by client-admin at February 27, 2024
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Preparing for marriage in South Africa involves several critical decisions, one of which is the antenuptial agreement (AN). This legal document is vital for dictating the […]
September 6, 2021
Published by client-admin at September 6, 2021
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When you are on the receiving end of a court order, it would be wise to obey the terms set out in it. Disobedience in terms of a court may cause a court to hold you […]
June 21, 2021
Published by client-admin at June 21, 2021
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The Civil Union Act 17 of 2006 (“the Act”) was enacted to provide for the solemnisation of civil unions by way of either a marriage or civil […]
May 4, 2021
Published by client-admin at May 4, 2021
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By operation of law, the liability to maintain someone is based on three factors: firstly, the claimant’s inability to support himself or herself; secondly, his or her relationship […]
March 17, 2021
Published by client-admin at March 17, 2021
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The court may grant an order that one party should pay the other party spousal maintenance during and after divorce proceedings. Whether a spouse is entitled […]
November 3, 2020
Published by client-admin at November 3, 2020
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Section 28(2) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (“the Constitution”) states that a child’s best interests are of paramount importance in every […]
June 9, 2020
Published by client-admin at June 9, 2020
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In the case of CM v EM it was held in the Supreme Court of Appeal of South Africa (“SCA”), case number 10861/2018, that: “The value of the […]