Residential properties : Securing your security deposit Section 5 of the Rental Housing Act (RHA) allows a landlord to take a deposit from a tenant before the tenant moves into the property. This amount must be stipulated in the lease agreement and is generally an amount that is equal to 1 month rental. The RHA, […]
CREDITORS, DON’T DISREGARD BUSINESS RESCUE SO SOON AS A WAY TO RETRIEVE YOUR MONIES. It can be said that there has been an increase in business rescue processes in South Africa. “Business rescue, as defined by the Companies Act 2008, aims to facilitate the rehabilitation of a company that is financially distressed by providing for […]
Our latest blog explains what should, both the buyer and seller take into account before buying or selling a property. Our blog explains various terms in a contract of sale and who is responsible for the various costs involved, these include agents commission and legal fees. WHAT REQUIREMENTS SHOULD A PURCHASER TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION BEFORE BUYING […]
What is racism in the workplace? In the news currently is the matter of a teacher that was suspended for posting pictures of children in her class, apparently segregated by race. Another relevant case has just been decided by our Constitutional Court, where a man was dismissed for referring to a co-employee as […]
PARENTING COORDINATORS – WHO ARE THEY AND WHAT ARE THEIR POWERS? The term Parental Coordination is a form of alternative dispute resolution that is used in high conflict divorce and custody matters that must be headed by either a mental health professional or a family law professional. This type of alternative dispute resolution is […]
WHAT IS FICA and WHY WE NEED IT? FICA stands for The Financial Intelligence Centre Act, which came into effect on 1 July 2003. FICA was introduced to fight financial crime, such as money laundering, tax evasion, and terrorist financing activities. FICA brings South Africa in line with similar legislation in other countries. FICA is essentially a […]
When is the right time to get a divorce? As attorneys we often get asked by our clients when the right time is to get a divorce? It’s a difficult question to answer. We strongly recommend that you get the support and advice to make this decision from a trusted personal advisor, spiritual […]
GOOD NEWS FOR SINGLE PARENTS: It was common practice that both parents of children had to submit their income and expenditure to the schools which their children attend. This was most predominantly used when parents were applying for any exemptions for their children’s school fees. This was the practice even if the parents were divorced […]
How do I calculate maintenance for my child? Every parent is responsible for the maintenance needs of their children. These needs are however, the REASONABLE needs of the child. One calculates the child’s share to the common household as one part per child and two parts per adult. To put it in […]
Cyber Bullying and Harassment in South Africa What is bullying? Any type of behaviour by one or more persons that cause either physical, emotional or psychological harm to another person or persons. Examples of bullying include: Calling people names Hitting, punching and biting Spreading rumours Threatening or intimidating people Cyber bullying is an extension of […]