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Insights into Law: Articles, Analysis, and Legal Perspectives
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![CANDIDATE ATTORNEY - A REALISTIC INVESTMENT](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/70b8fc_c8bdf04815ea4b5db789fdb3a71099b8~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_278,h_278,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/70b8fc_c8bdf04815ea4b5db789fdb3a71099b8~mv2.webp)
14 hours ago
CANDIDATE ATTORNEY - A REALISTIC INVESTMENT
As a first-year candidate, with only one month into my journey, I recognize that there is still much for me to learn. That being said, I...
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![INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (IP) AND THE SPORTS INDUSTRY](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/70b8fc_66f848480e0c41b59569c523ea5aa974~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_278,h_278,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/70b8fc_66f848480e0c41b59569c523ea5aa974~mv2.webp)
Feb 4
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (IP) AND THE SPORTS INDUSTRY
Background The mainstream sporting codes are supported by huge fan bases, which allows for the organisers of these sporting events to...
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![UNDERSTANDING THE UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE FUND (UIF)](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/70b8fc_5c7fbf38d42942ef966ea075464b0999~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_278,h_278,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/70b8fc_5c7fbf38d42942ef966ea075464b0999~mv2.webp)
Jan 28
UNDERSTANDING THE UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE FUND (UIF)
The UIF is a social security program in South Africa that provides financial relief to workers who lose their income due to unemployment,...
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![LEGAL IMPLICATIONS OF THE STILFONTEIN MINE RESCUE RULING: A CONSTITUTIONAL VICTORY](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/70b8fc_4ab4205bf594496f906f45029f433a0c~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_278,h_278,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/70b8fc_4ab4205bf594496f906f45029f433a0c~mv2.webp)
Jan 21
LEGAL IMPLICATIONS OF THE STILFONTEIN MINE RESCUE RULING: A CONSTITUTIONAL VICTORY
The recent High Court ruling in the Buffelsfontein Gold Mine case represents a significant legal precedent in South African...
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![THE ROLE OF NON-PROFITS IN JOHANNESBURG’S RECOVERY: A CALL TO ACTION](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/70b8fc_81d21f30c5944550a713915c108cb5d9~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_278,h_278,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/70b8fc_81d21f30c5944550a713915c108cb5d9~mv2.webp)
Jan 14
THE ROLE OF NON-PROFITS IN JOHANNESBURG’S RECOVERY: A CALL TO ACTION
In a city grappling with unprecedented challenges, from infrastructure decay to service delivery failures, the role of civil society...
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Jan 7
HIGH STAKES AT HIGH ALTITUDES: KNOW YOUR RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES IN SOUTH AFRICAN AIR TRAVEL
Recent headlines about a passenger's disruptive actions onboard a flight have sparked widespread discussion. These incidents serve as a...
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![NAVIGATING HOLIDAY CUSTODY ARRANGEMENTS: A GUIDE FOR (AND NEARLY DIVORCED) PARENTS](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7ea743_469efc608dc54712a58424c9fd276e47~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_278,h_278,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/7ea743_469efc608dc54712a58424c9fd276e47~mv2.webp)
Dec 10, 2024
NAVIGATING HOLIDAY CUSTODY ARRANGEMENTS: A GUIDE FOR (AND NEARLY DIVORCED) PARENTS
The holiday season can be a challenging time for divorced parents and their children. As family law attorneys, it is our duty to ensure...
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![NAVIGATING MUNICIPAL DISPUTES: A GUIDE TO RESOLVING ISSUES WITH THE CITY OF JOHANNESBURG](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/70b8fc_efcbe962eddb421c8b7f3edc7e1002d1~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_278,h_278,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/70b8fc_efcbe962eddb421c8b7f3edc7e1002d1~mv2.webp)
Dec 3, 2024
NAVIGATING MUNICIPAL DISPUTES: A GUIDE TO RESOLVING ISSUES WITH THE CITY OF JOHANNESBURG
Disputes with municipal services can be challenging and frustrating, particularly when dealing with the City of Johannesburg (COJ). As...
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Nov 26, 2024
DISCOVER YOUR HIDDEN RIGHTS
In everyday life, many people are unaware of the legal rights that protect them from unfair treatment, exploitation, or abuse. The...
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![ELECTORAL LAW NON-COMPLIANCE: A MATTER OF PUBLIC CONCERN](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7ea743_8347ad4ee2304effb13a8f6576b6bbce~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_278,h_278,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/7ea743_8347ad4ee2304effb13a8f6576b6bbce~mv2.webp)
Nov 19, 2024
ELECTORAL LAW NON-COMPLIANCE: A MATTER OF PUBLIC CONCERN
Nearly six months have passed since South Africa's historic May 29, 2024 general elections, which ushered in our first Government of...
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Nov 12, 2024
Decriminalising Sex Work in South Africa: Legal Implications and Societal Impact
In recent developments, South Africa is on the cusp of significant legal reform with a push to decriminalise sex work. This move aligns...
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Nov 5, 2024
MANAGING DECEASED ESTATES IN SOUTH AFRICA: A CLIENT’S GUIDE
Losing a loved one is a challenging experience, and the added responsibility of managing their estate can be overwhelming. This guide...
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Oct 29, 2024
The Rise of Virtual Commissioning in South Africa: Navigating Legal Challenges and Technological Solutions
In South Africa, commissioning oaths has traditionally been a physical, face-to-face process governed by the Justices of the Peace and...
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Oct 22, 2024
THE OBLIGATION TO PAY MAINTENANCE AND ITS CONSEQUENCES
On divorce, a party may be ordered to pay spousal and/or children’s maintenance to the other party. Whether such order is as a result of...
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Oct 15, 2024
SUPPORTING MENTAL HEALTH IN THE WORKPLACE: A CRITICAL LOOK AT SEXUAL HARASSMENT
On October 10th, we observe World Mental Health Day, a timely reminder of the importance of mental well-being, particularly in the...
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Oct 8, 2024
PRIORITISING MENTAL HEALTH IN THE WORKPLACE: 10 OCTOBER 2024 IS WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY
In April 2024, our team explored the often-unseen challenges of working in a law firm, highlighting the unique pressures faced by legal...
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![LANDMARK RULING: IMPEACHED JUDGE HLOPHE INTERDICTED FROM JOINING JSC](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/70b8fc_8a286a53096748d8884cd559c40bb29a~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_278,h_278,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/70b8fc_8a286a53096748d8884cd559c40bb29a~mv2.webp)
Oct 1, 2024
LANDMARK RULING: IMPEACHED JUDGE HLOPHE INTERDICTED FROM JOINING JSC
The Western Cape High Court has granted an interim interdict preventing former Judge President John Hlophe from participating in the...
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![NAVIGATING THE LEGAL IMPLICATIONS OF REMOTE WORK IN SOUTH AFRICA](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/70b8fc_3d901b7ef4354490988b5865e126225a~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_278,h_278,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/70b8fc_3d901b7ef4354490988b5865e126225a~mv2.webp)
Sep 17, 2024
NAVIGATING THE LEGAL IMPLICATIONS OF REMOTE WORK IN SOUTH AFRICA
The rise of remote work has introduced both flexibility and legal challenges for employers and employees in South Africa. With the legal...
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![THE CHALLENGES OF ENFORCING CUSTOMARY LAW IN SOUTH AFRICA: A FOCUS ON CUSTOMARY MARRIAGES](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/70b8fc_c4e3fde434c44cf798055feb01f0c3cd~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_278,h_278,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/70b8fc_c4e3fde434c44cf798055feb01f0c3cd~mv2.webp)
Sep 10, 2024
THE CHALLENGES OF ENFORCING CUSTOMARY LAW IN SOUTH AFRICA: A FOCUS ON CUSTOMARY MARRIAGES
Customary law in South Africa, while recognised and respected, faces significant challenges in enforcement due to its unwritten nature....
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![TOXIC POSITIVITY – THE NEGATIVE EFFECTS](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/70b8fc_88db4c88d53e42998eda63aea7911e8a~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_278,h_278,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/70b8fc_88db4c88d53e42998eda63aea7911e8a~mv2.webp)
Sep 3, 2024
TOXIC POSITIVITY – THE NEGATIVE EFFECTS
Toxic positivity refers to the overemphasis on maintaining a positive outlook at all costs, even in the face of genuine difficulties,...
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