The National Credit Act What is an arms-length transaction? An arms-length transaction is when there are two parties transacting independent from each other. The Act will apply to an arms-length transaction. Section 4 provides a guideline on where there are exceptions to this rule. What are the limits for the lending of monies? The Act...Read More
Tell us a bit about yourself… I was born and raised in Polokwane, Limpopo. I then moved to Pietermaritzburg to study at UKZN, where I completed my Batchelor of Arts, majoring in Psychology and Philosophy. I then decided to study law and ultimately completed my LLB degree in 2012. I concluded my articles at Randles...Read More
February is commonly referred to as the month of love as sales of roses, chocolates and engagement rings skyrocket in anticipation of the most romantic day of the year. However, before dropping thousands of Rands on the classiest diamond ring around, it is important to consider the Matrimonial property regime that will govern your marriage...Read More
February is commonly referred to as the month of love as sales of roses, chocolates and engagement rings skyrocket in anticipation of the most romantic day of the year. However, before dropping thousands of Rands on the classiest diamond ring around, it is important to consider the Matrimonial property regime that will govern your marriage...Read More
Tell us a bit about yourself… My family is originally from Pietermaritzburg, and I was born and schooled here. My wife and I have been married for 23 years and we have two teenage daughters. My wife is also an attorney however we have a rule to never discuss work at home! What inspired you...Read More
Should you own a house (immovable property) PRIOR to being married in community of property; you may want to consider a few points with your Estate plan. Benjamin Franklin very wisely stated: “By failing to prepare you are preparing to fail.” How will you know if you are married in or out of Community of...Read More
As the pandemic rages on, with no end in sight, the vaccine debate also surges ahead. From civil liberties to body autonomy to public responsibility in shared spaces to lowering the risk of infection for the vulnerable – passionate opinions and thoughts have been expressed. With the return to onsite work environments, a move towards...Read More
SELLING A PROPERTY WITH ALIEN INVASIVE SPECIES On 1 August 2014, the Minister of Environmental Affairs published the Alien and Invasive Species Regulations in a bid to curb the spreading and negative effects of Alien Invasive Species of plants. The regulations came into effect on 1 October 2014 and regulation 29 provides for what should...Read More
EFT FRAUD AND LEGAL IMPLICATIONS Despite stringent FICA requirements on the opening bank accounts, it is common knowledge that you have little or no chance of identifying the individual behind the account with sufficient clarity to enable you to recover the money paid or prosecuting the culprits in the case of EFT fraud. Furthermore, and...Read More
The death of a loved one brings about an extremely difficult time for the close family and friends of the deceased as aside from grieving, the stress of winding up the estate brings added burden. When a person dies, an executor is appointed by the Master of the High Court, and this executor is the...Read More
