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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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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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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?  

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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. 

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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. 

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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.

READ MORE
44
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
45
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
45
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
40
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
44
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
61
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
89
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. 

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Why you should talk to your bank if you can no longer afford your bond payment

22 November 2022

For many home owners, the economic pinch is an everyday reality. Add to this rising interest rates which in turn... push up monthly bond payments, and you may easily find yourself in trouble with making your monthly payment. Beware the danger as you can end up losing your home if you don’t take steps to remedy the situation.

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Your responsibilities as a new home owner

15 September 2022

So many new property owners believe that once the property is in their name all that is left is to... enjoy their new home. Unfortunately, there are still a few other important responsibilities that should not be forgotten.

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What to do if the suspensive condition is not going to be met?

15 July 2022

A typical situation encountered in a property transaction: The deed of sale has been signed, the intended buyer is applying... for a loan but paperwork and delays at the bank slow things down. Suddenly the transferring attorney lets the buyer know that they only have a few days left to satisfy the suspensive condition in the deed of sale. What does all of this mean and what happens if the loan is given, but it’s a day late?

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The drive to transform under the new Property Practitioners Act

13 April 2022

With all the media focus lately on the new Property Practitioners Act and new regulations and requirements regarding Fidelity Fund... certificates, it’s easy to miss the impact this Act intends to make on much-needed transformation of the property sector. Here we highlight a few of the key measures that will impact on transformation in the property industry.

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Exploring the new Property Practitioners Act

21 March 2022

Most estate agents by now know that the new Property Practitioners Act has come into effect. Yet surprisingly, there is... still a lot of confusion about how the Act will affect Estate Agencies and their agents. To help, we have unpacked some of the key points to be considered by any estate agency and property practitioner.

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May I refuse access to my property for electrical meter readings?

15 November 2021

I am currently an owner of a residential property and I sometimes get visits from employees of our local electricity... provider requesting access to the property to take a reading of the electricity meter. This is often an inconvenience to me. May I refuse them access to my property?

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Can I run a business from a residential property?

14 September 2021

I’m looking at buying an old house and renovating such to use as offices for my general medical practice. In... the area that I’m looking at there are a number of small businesses also operating from houses. However, I want to make sure I’m allowed to run my practice from this property. How can I do that?

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What are the legal costs involved in buying a property?

10 August 2021

My wife and I are considering buying a house. This is a big decision for us and we want to... make sure we are financially prepared for all the costs and expenses involved in doing so. I understand that in addition to the purchase price there may also be additional attorney costs I would need to factor in. Can you explain how this will work and how I can budget for such costs?

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Your right of pre-emption when a group of properties is being sold

14 July 2021

I rent a portion of a farm which forms part of a larger group of properties. In my lease agreement... I have a standard right of pre-emption. It has come to my attention that the owner wishes to sell the entire portfolio of properties as a single transaction, including the portion I am leasing. I don’t want to lose the property, but I’m not sure if my right of pre-emption still applies if the group of properties is being sold?

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Are sacrificial rituals allowed in sectional titles?

14 July 2021

A neighbour in my sectional title unit is very traditional, and has been hinting that he wants to hold a... sacrificial slaughter at his home as an offering to his ancestral spirits. Although I have no objection to this, I am concerned as to whether this is allowed in a sectional title scheme as I think that there may be objections from other owners in the complex if he continues. Can he do this on his property in the complex?

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The basics of starting a sectional title development

14 June 2021

I’ve inherited a piece of property that a few people have told me is ideal for a small sectional title... development. I know it will be costly and take time, but was wondering if you could briefly explain to me what will need to happen for me to make this a reality?

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Can you sell your commercial property and help finance part of the deal?

20 May 2021

We’re a small building developer and have invested quite a bit in building some high-end commercial properties. The problem is... many of our interested buyers cannot get a 100% loan from the bank and this usually sinks the deal. Can we as developer help finance the loan shortfall for a potential buyer?

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