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Podcast: Customary Marriages in South Africa
Recently on the Justice in Heels podcast, host Danielle Hayward sat down with Barnard’s own family law expert, Isabel van…
Two Homes, One ERF – One Big Mistake to Avoid
Understanding the Legal Fine Print Between Duets and Townhouses If you're buying, selling, or even marketing a property, you’ve probably…
Can an Appeal Court Grant a Final Winding-Up Order if a Provisional one Already Exists?
A recent judgment handed down by the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) on 31 March 2025 brings much-needed clarity to…
Who really owns your Code? Understanding Authorship and Ownership in Software Copyright
As software becomes the lifeblood of modern businesses - especially in start-ups and rapidly scaling ventures - understanding who actually…
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Think You Can Skip Maintenance? Think Again!
If you’ve ever found yourself on the receiving end of unpaid maintenance - or you know someone who is -…
Thinking of Changing the Locks on Your Spouse? Read This First!
Have you ever been so frustrated during an argument with your spouse that you considered changing the locks? Before you…
How does the Property Transfer process work?
The transfer of ownership of a property, from the seller to the purchaser, can be a nerve-wracking process. Here are…
Who Gets the Commission?
Lessons from a Recent Property Practitioner Dispute Securing a property sale is no small feat for Property Practitioners. From tirelessly…
Is Non-Disclosure a Policy Killer?
Lessons from M.D.L. v. Liberty Group Limited In March 2021, an Eastern Cape woman experienced a life-changing trauma when she…
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How to Obtain a Protection Order Against a Spouse in South Africa
Can You Get a Protection Order Against Your Spouse? Did You Know? In South Africa, married individuals are considered to…
Do Post-Commencement Creditors Now Have a Say in Business Rescue?
The Impact of the Wescoal Judgment on the Voting Rights of Post-Commencement Creditors in Business Rescue Proceedings The Supreme Court…
Divorce vs Separation in South Africa: What You Need to Know
The Truth About Separation and Divorce in South Africa Did You Know? In South Africa, there is no such thing…
The Process of Getting Married in South Africa: What You Need to Know
Can You Get Married at Court in South Africa? Did You Know? You cannot get married at Court in South…
Think You Can Skip Maintenance? Think Again!
If you’ve ever found yourself on the receiving end of unpaid maintenance - or you know someone who is -…
