Directors’ Duties and Personal Liability Explained
Being appointed as a director comes with more than just decision-making authority. Directors have important legal duties towards the company they serve, and in certain...
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How Child Maintenance is calculated in South Africa
When parents separate or divorce, one of the most important issues that needs to be addressed is how their child will be financially supported. Child...
Shareholders’ Agreements: Why Every Business Needs One
Starting a business with trusted partners is an exciting milestone. Whether you’re launching a Starting a business with trusted partners is an exciting milestone. Whether...
Are Electronic Signatures Legally Binding in South Africa?
Technology has changed how business gets done. Contracts that once needed in-person meetings, printed pages and wet-ink signatures can now be finalised in minutes, from...
Artificial Intelligence in Business: Legal Risks South African Companies Must Understand
Artificial intelligence is no longer limited to large technology companies or futuristic discussions. Across South Africa, businesses are already using AI to draft emails, prepare...
Commercial and Company Law in South Africa: Why It Matters for Your Business
Running a business involves more than sales, staff, and day-to-day operations. Every company, partnership, and commercial venture also depends on a legal framework that governs...
Trusts in South Africa: What They Are, Why They Matter, and When to Use One
A trust is one of the most useful legal tools available for estate planning, asset protection, succession planning, and long-term wealth preservation. In South Africa,...
Unfair Labour Practices and Unfair Dismissals in South Africa: Know Your Rights
If you have been dismissed without a hearing, forced to resign, unfairly suspended, or denied promotion without a fair reason, South African labour law may...
Insolvency in South Africa: Understanding Sequestration, Liquidation and Your Legal Options
Financial distress can affect both individuals and businesses, and it often becomes overwhelming long before formal legal action starts. In South Africa, insolvency is not...