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Motor Vehicle Accidents.

04 May 2026,  Dries Knoetze

“I lent my trailer to my brother-in-law, and whilst in his possession, my brother was involved in an accident. He... did not stop or report the accident. I have received a notice to appear in court, as a witness identified only the trailer’s registration number, when my brother-in-law caused the accident. What should I do?”

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What Happens if I Run Away after being Involved in a Motor Vehicle Accident?

04 May 2026,  Phoebe Minnie

Running away from the scene of a motor vehicle accident, which refers to as “hit-and-run” is a serious offence in... South Africa with far-reaching legal, financial and personal consequences. Whether the accident involves injury, death, or only property damage, the law laces a clear duty on drivers to stop, assist and report the incident. Failing to do so can lead to severe penalties and long-term repercussions.

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What are a Passenger’s Rights after a Motor Vehicle Accident?

04 May 2026,  Deoné Lonergan

Being involved in a motor vehicle accident can be very traumatic, especially when you are a passenger in the motor... vehicle and had no control over what happened.

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Can I Sue a Company for Vehicle Damages caused by their Employee?

04 May 2026,  Crystelle Neethling

The answer is yes, you may be able to sue the employer for damages, depending on the circumstances.

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Motor Vehicle Accidents.

04 May 2026,  Dries Knoetze

“I lent my trailer to my brother-in-law, and whilst in his possession, my brother was involved in an accident. He... did not stop or report the accident. I have received a notice to appear in court, as a witness identified only the trailer’s registration number, when my brother-in-law caused the accident. What should I do?”

READ MORE
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Article

What Happens if I Run Away after being Involved in a Motor Vehicle Accident?

04 May 2026,  Phoebe Minnie

Running away from the scene of a motor vehicle accident, which refers to as “hit-and-run” is a serious offence in... South Africa with far-reaching legal, financial and personal consequences. Whether the accident involves injury, death, or only property damage, the law laces a clear duty on drivers to stop, assist and report the incident. Failing to do so can lead to severe penalties and long-term repercussions.

READ MORE
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Article

What are a Passenger’s Rights after a Motor Vehicle Accident?

04 May 2026,  Deoné Lonergan

Being involved in a motor vehicle accident can be very traumatic, especially when you are a passenger in the motor... vehicle and had no control over what happened.

READ MORE
76
Article

Can I Sue a Company for Vehicle Damages caused by their Employee?

04 May 2026,  Crystelle Neethling

The answer is yes, you may be able to sue the employer for damages, depending on the circumstances.

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Filter: Credit Act
Bypassing the National Credit Act may come back to bite you

02 June 2025

Think you can sidestep credit laws with ‘friendly’ loans or sneaky deals? Think again. Discover why trying to outsmart the... National Credit Act could lead to costly surprises you never saw coming.

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Be wary of an ‘instant loan’

15 September 2022

Open any newspaper, check your junkmail or read one of the many unsolicited sms or WhatsApp messages and you will... find an advertisement from a credit provider offering an instant credit loan, some even going so far as to state you are immediately approved. But how legit are these solicitations? 

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What legal costs can a creditor charge a debtor to recover outstanding debt?

08 February 2022

When times are tough, you may not get around to paying all your bills. But be warned, if neglected for... too long, it will inevitably lead to letters of demand for payment along with interest, charges and legal fees. As your outstanding obligations grow, you may wonder whether all these costs are allowed? Lets unpack what the law says.

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When am I required to register as a credit provider?

03 January 2019

I run a small crafts shop in town. From time to time I allow some of my regular customers to... pay me back over time. It’s usually not big amounts and I only do it to help them because I know times are tough. A friend warned me though that I should be careful as I may be required to register as a credit provider. Is this true?

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How to validly extend the period for getting your home loan approved

07 June 2018

I’m trying to buy a house. The purchase agreement is subject to the condition that I obtain a mortgage bond... within 30 days. My time is running out but I’m close to getting the financing approved from my bank. I just need a few more days. Is it possible to extend the 30 day period and if so by when must this be done? I really don’t want to lose this house!

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