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02 July 2026

Not every maintenance clause is enforceable. Here's what parents should know before signing.

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The Airbnb rulebook is changing

02 July 2026

New rules could reshape the future of short-term letting in South Africa. Stay ahead of the changes.

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Fee or tax? The court decides

02 July 2026

A landmark judgment draws a clear line between City of Cape Town municipal service charges and unlawful taxes.

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Pay first... maybe not

02 July 2026

A recent court judgment reminds SARS that fairness matters too. See what this means for taxpayers.

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When agreements have limits

02 July 2026

Not every maintenance clause is enforceable. Here's what parents should know before signing.

113

Article

The Airbnb rulebook is changing

02 July 2026

New rules could reshape the future of short-term letting in South Africa. Stay ahead of the changes.

101

Article

Fee or tax? The court decides

02 July 2026

A landmark judgment draws a clear line between City of Cape Town municipal service charges and unlawful taxes.

112

Article

Pay first... maybe not

02 July 2026

A recent court judgment reminds SARS that fairness matters too. See what this means for taxpayers.

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Don’t forget about POPIA when using WhatsApp for business communication

15 September 2022

Lastly, remember that an employer remains responsible for the conduct of its employees under POPIA, and should an employee share... personal information of a client obtained on WhatsApp with other third parties without the consent of the client, your business will be liable for such conduct in contravention of POPIA.

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The effect of a transfer of a business as a going concern on an employer and an employee

05 July 2022, Aqeelah Petersen, Fanie Botes

The phrase “out with the old, in with the new” is not completely true when it comes to the transfer... of a business as a going concern.

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Covid Advisory: Business rescue can help bring your creditors to the table

02 July 2020

Did you know that business rescue proceedings can be used as a strategic tool to assist your business in negotiating... with creditors?The economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the national lockdown and the global recession are being experienced by most businesses across all sectors in South Africa. As a result, many otherwise successful and profitable businesses are experiencing varying degrees of financial pressure and distress.

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When is it necessary to apply as a credit provider?

05 July 2019

I am considering to lend an amount of R400,000 to a friend who needs the cash urgently. It will only... be on a short term basis as one of his insurance policies will pay out in the next 6 months and he will be able to pay me back with some interest. Somebody mentioned to me that nobody can lend any money to anyone unless the lender is registered as a credit provider.

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Trustee resolutions and autorisation – Must all the trustees be involved?

27 March 2017, Corné Nunns

Scenario 1: I created a family trust as the founder and we are three trustees. We want to buy a... property in the trust but have not received the Letters of Authority from the Master. Can we conclude an offer to purchase on behalf of the trust?

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What must my attorney keep confidential?

07 October 2016

I have an appointment with an attorney to obtain legal advice on my business and its structuring. I will have... to share certain confidential information with regards to my business with him. Does this fall under the protection of attorney-client privilege?

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Can my husband also be my business partner?

12 September 2016

My husband and I are married out of community of property and without the accrual. For the last ten years... we have both worked together in our family business. Due to health reasons, my involvement in the business is becoming less. Our marriage is also upon difficult times, and I am concerned that should we end up in a divorce, whether I would be entitled to share in the profits of the business which we have built up together.

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Help! My competitor is stealing my customers!

02 June 2016

Just over two years ago I purchased a brand agency and included a restraint of trade clause in the sale... agreement preventing the seller from also opening up a brand company in the same region. Now just over two years later, the seller has opened up another brand company in direct competition to me and is actively canvassing my clients to move to his company. I paid him for his company and now he is trying to take away my customers. Is there anything I can do to stop him?

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When agreements have limits

The Airbnb rulebook is changing

Fee or tax? The court decides

Pay first... maybe not

When agreements have limits

The Airbnb rulebook is changing

Fee or tax? The court decides

Pay first... maybe not

Read More Insights

Don’t forget about POPIA when using WhatsApp for business communication

The effect of a transfer of a business as a going concern on an employer and an employee

Covid Advisory: Business rescue can help bring your creditors to the table

When is it necessary to apply as a credit provider?

Trustee resolutions and autorisation – Must all the trustees be involved?

What must my attorney keep confidential?

Can my husband also be my business partner?

Help! My competitor is stealing my customers!

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