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When “I do” turns into “I don’t”

08 June 2026,  Hanno Nel

An engagement is generally regarded as a promise between two people to marry each other in the future. While many... view an engagement as a personal and emotional commitment, South African law has historically recognised that the ending of an engagement may also have legal consequences.

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The RAF Is Technically Bankrupt: What This Means for Your Claim in 2026

05 June 2026

When the head of a government department tells Parliament that a state institution "would have been shut down" if it ... operated in the private sector, it is time for anyone with a pending claim against that institution to pay close attention.

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Before You Sue, Here’s What You Need to Know First

01 June 2026,  Lerato Mashego

Legal disputes can arise unexpectedly and often place individuals and businesses under significant stress.

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Negotiorum gestio (unauthorised administration).

01 June 2026,  Dries Knoetze

“I have a serious issue with the municipality, a cable was stolen, which cable is the main cable providing my... house with electricity. I have raised the issue with the municipality on various occasions, just to be informed that the Municipality does not have the funds to replace the stolen cable.

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When “I do” turns into “I don’t”

08 June 2026,  Hanno Nel

An engagement is generally regarded as a promise between two people to marry each other in the future. While many... view an engagement as a personal and emotional commitment, South African law has historically recognised that the ending of an engagement may also have legal consequences.

READ MORE
26
Article

The RAF Is Technically Bankrupt: What This Means for Your Claim in 2026

05 June 2026

When the head of a government department tells Parliament that a state institution "would have been shut down" if it ... operated in the private sector, it is time for anyone with a pending claim against that institution to pay close attention.

READ MORE
175
Article

Before You Sue, Here’s What You Need to Know First

01 June 2026,  Lerato Mashego

Legal disputes can arise unexpectedly and often place individuals and businesses under significant stress.

READ MORE
58
Article

Negotiorum gestio (unauthorised administration).

01 June 2026,  Dries Knoetze

“I have a serious issue with the municipality, a cable was stolen, which cable is the main cable providing my... house with electricity. I have raised the issue with the municipality on various occasions, just to be informed that the Municipality does not have the funds to replace the stolen cable.

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Why informed consent must be present for medical procedures

29 May 2023

People generally rely on their doctor’s knowledge and expertise when it comes to making an informed decision about treatment or... undergoing a procedure or not. This is a relationship of good faith and trust. Unfortunately, sometimes doctors get it wrong and fail to properly inform their patients of the inherent risks to a treatment or procedure. When does such failure amount to a lack of informed consent?

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