By Jolane van der Walt-Nieuwoudt (LLB) (LLM) The right to privacy is a cornerstone of individual freedom, protected by Section 14 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa. However, the delicate balance between this right and the state’s duty to maintain public safety is exemplified in the complex interplay between Section 14 and […]
By Jolane van der Walt-Nieuwoudt (LLB) (LLM) The South African Police Service (SAPS) plays a crucial role in handling domestic violence matters. As the first point of contact for complainants, SAPS is responsible for assisting victims of domestic abuse in seeking justice. This starts by treating complainants with respect, safeguarding their dignity, actively listening to […]
By Andries Cornelissen B. Proc, Practical Legal Training, Accredited and Certified Mediator, International Accredited and Certified Mediator London School of Mediation, Certified and Accredited Conflict Coach, Practicing Associate: The Association of Arbitrators, Certified and Accredited AHI Representative The privileged minority who are in a position to own property, enjoy more security than ever before. Post COVID […]
A protection order serves the same purpose as an interdict. An interdict is a legal remedy in the form of a court order that prohibits a person from violating the complainant’s rights. Yet a protection order is usually faster, cheaper and easier for the complainant to obtain and enforce. Enforcement of the protection order is […]
By Jolane van der Walt-Nieuwoudt (LLB) (LLM) The Domestic Violence Act, 116 of 1998, (hereinafter called “the Act”) recognizes that domestic violence is a serious social evil, and that domestic violence takes on many forms. Domestic violence is not limited to only physical and sexual abuse, but includes emotional, verbal, psychological and economic abuse. Economic […]
By Mr. Bheki Ndlovu New or prospective home owners unfortunately think that, once the purchase and sale agreement has been signed, the new house now belongs to them. This is unfortunately a common misconception. There is a difference between a signed purchase and sale agreement on the one hand, and on the other hand, a […]
A person on the receiving end of a dog’s aggression and/ or unpredictable behaviour, may hold the pet’s owner accountable for past and future medical expenses, past and future loss of income, pain and suffering, loss of amenities of life, disability, and disfigurement. This is regardless of whether the owner was in possession of the […]
Do animals have rights? If so, what are their rights? A complaint of animal cruelty is reported, what happens next? Kindly click play to learn more via audio clip. Our Mrs. Nadine Thomas (Head of Legal: VAS Corporate Groups) furthermore explains that, should the owner of an animal be found guilty, he/ she could […]
By Andries Cornelissen B. Proc, Practical Legal Training, Accredited and Certified Mediator, International Accredited and Certified Mediator London School of Mediation, Certified and Accredited Conflict Coach, Practicing Associate: The Association of Arbitrators, Certified and Accredited AHI Representative South Africa’s rental housing scene will see major changes once the Rental Housing Amendment Act 35 of 2014 is […]
By Jolané van der Walt (LLB) (LLM) What happens if you want to divorce your spouse, yet you and your spouse have been separated for a long period of time (possibly for months or even years) and you have not been living together? What happens if you are estranged and have not spoken to your […]
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