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AI AI AI: Integrity, Innovation, and the Future of Creativity

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries, but as it becomes more integrated into academic and business practices, concerns around integrity

By Gerard Verhoef 4 Min Read

Are You Maximising Your Brand’s Value Through Strategic Co-Marketing?

Harvesting the synergistic benefits through brand Co-Marketing. Co-marketing is a distinctive way brands can promote themselves in the marketplace. Co-marketing

Spoofed! Protecting Your Intellectual Property from Digital Fakes

Imagine buying a pair of "Nike" sneakers, only to find out they have the iconic swoosh upside down, the soles

By Viteshen Naidoo 7 Min Read

Unearthing more value: How IP valuation shapes the future of mining technology

In a recent article, Barnard's innovative approach to IP valuation was discussed. The recent discovery of the world’s second-largest diamond,

By Gerard Verhoef 5 Min Read

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Understanding the termination and acquisition of parental rights and responsibilities in South Africa

A parent may either have full or specific parental responsibilities and rights in respect of a minor child. The responsibilities

By Danielle Mylie 4 Min Read

Balancing dependant rights and testamentary wishes

Section 37C of the Pension Funds Act (PFA) is crucial for ensuring the equitable distribution of pension benefits after a

By Bradley Wright 3 Min Read

Betting on data: Copyright, algorithms, and the future of sports betting

How the Remote Gambling Bill and Copyright Law Impact Sports Betting The success of most professional athletes is fuelled by

Balancing Children’s Best Interests in Acrimonious Court Battles

On 02 August 2024, the High Court of the Western Cape of South Africa delivered a significant judgment involving disputes

By Isabel van den Ende 6 Min Read

Essential legal terms every first-time homebuyer should know

Congratulations on finding your dream home! The whole purchasing, financing and transfer process can be confusing and daunting. As you

By Conri Botha 4 Min Read
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Can I withhold maintenance if I’m denied contact with my child? Understanding your rights and remedies

In many cases, disputes arise when one parent withholds contact between the minor children and the other parent. The natural

By Isabel van den Ende 2 Min Read

Monetising white label branding

White Label Manufacturing presents a powerful partnership where manufacturers and brand owners play to their strengths. Manufacturers handle everything from

ESOP trusts for private companies – heads you win, tails you win

An ESOP trust is an employee-share-ownership trust and is a mechanism that allows employees to buy or own shares in

By Dirk Swanepoel 4 Min Read

Yes, we are! No, we’re not! Customary Marriages under the spotlight

A recent case, Mashisane v Mhlauli which was moved up to the Supreme Court of Appeal, shed light on the

Barnard bolsters leadership with Izak du Toit as new Director

Barnard, a firm renowned for its commitment to innovation and excellence in commercial law, proudly announces the appointment of Izak

By Douw Breed 3 Min Read
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