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Property Law

Property Legal Jargon

TRANSFER LINGO Security documents: This will refer to the paperwork reflecting the legal right, title and interest relating to the immovable property in question either referred to as a Title deed, mortgage bond or Notarial Deed   Lodgement: Lodgement is

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Labour Probation and Performance Management

PROBATION AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT    The regulation of probation and performance management remains one of the most litigated and misunderstood aspects of South African labour law. Employers frequently assume that probationary employees enjoy limited protection, while employees often believe that probation amounts to a

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Tender Litigation

Municipal Tenders     Municipal tenders offer game changing contracts for businesses ready to partner with local government. But navigating the process? That’s where expertise makes all the difference.    From supplying office equipment to building roads or providing cleaning services, these tenders can transform your business. The catch? Complex

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How is child maintenance calculated in SA?

According to South African law, both parents have a duty to support their child. This duty encompasses direct and indirect costs and includes educational and medical expenses, food, transport, clothing and accommodation. But how much must be contributed? The amount

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The dos and dont’s of rental deposits

It is fast becoming a common occurrence that landlords manage their own rentals. Websites and Apps have made this possible. However, landlords and tenants alike need to be aware of their rights and responsibilities as they will not have a

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Has one of your directors gone rogue?

Perhaps the provisions of Section 162 of the Companies Act, 2008 will help you resolve your problem. The relevant section allows a broad range of interested and related persons the opportunity of applying to court for an order declaring a

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Counter Offers

Typically, contracts are concluded by way of offer and acceptance. This is more important than one might think, as this exchange functions as an indication of consensus – one of the most important requirements for a valid contract – and

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Plans approved and municipal requirements

Once building plans have been approved by your local municipality and you have completed the renovation, alteration, addition or extension to your home in accordance with such plans in the required timeframe, it is imperative that you, or your project

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