Navigating The Green Tide: South Africa’s Emerging Greenwashing Litigation Landscape

Environmental consciousness has become a global chorus, and the term 'greenwashing' has

By Koos Benadie 5 Min Read

Do grandparents have rights over their grandchildren under South African law?

South African law does not make specific provisions for grandparents’ rights over their grandchildren/grandchild. However, the Children’s Act 38 of

By Danielle Mylie 7 Min Read

Constitutional Court Reforms Divorce Act

Landmark rulings address gender discrimination and redefine asset redistribution for post-1984 marriages in South Africa. On 10 October 2023, the

By Danielle Mylie 13 Min Read

What is the Value of a Trademark?

The value of a trademark considering Cash Flow, Growth and Future Risk.  A trademark is not just a symbol or

By Viteshen Naidoo 5 Min Read

Barnard Celebrates a Quarter Century with Prestigious Accolades on Africa’s Legal Stage

Barnard, a prominent full-service commercial law firm, has once again received a prestigious nod by being named in the Top

By Douw Breed 3 Min Read

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Largest Rhino Conservation Transaction in History Approved

Marking an unprecedented moment in the world of rhino conservation – South Africa’s Competition Commission approved the largest private rhino

By Izak du Toit Douw Breed 4 Min Read

Thy Will Not Be Done?

Every September, National Wills Week rolls around - where participating law firms offer basic Will drafting for free. The crucial

By Ariza Vermeulen 10 Min Read

Sole Searching in AI: What Louboutin’s trademark battle teaches us about Legal Tech

When you think of Christian Louboutin, what comes to mind are the brand's iconic, red-soled high heels, a trademark that

Insured and Insurer’s Pre-Contractual Duty of Disclosure

It goes without saying that, in the business of insurance, there is a significant emphasis on the duty of disclosure,

By Sally Tlokana 4 Min Read

Dis-Chem Enforcement Notice Spotlights Why Companies Must Establish Operator Agreements to Comply with SA’s POPI Act

The Act protects personal information of individuals against harm which may occur as a result of criminal activity and compliance

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Barnard Celebrates a Quarter Century with Prestigious Accolades on Africa’s Legal Stage

Barnard, a prominent full-service commercial law firm, has once again received a prestigious nod by

Barnard associate selected as first candidate in historic international lawyer exchange program

Philip Roberts, an exceptional young Associate at Barnard, has been selected as the first candidate

Barnard Launches New Website to Enhance Client Experience

Barnard, a top-tier law firm that specialises in commercial and corporate law, has recently unveiled

Dis-Chem Enforcement Notice Spotlights Why Companies Must Establish Operator Agreements to Comply with SA’s POPI Act

The Act protects personal information of individuals against harm which may occur as a result of criminal activity and compliance

Transforming South African Business: What the 2023 Companies Amendment Bills Mean for Owners and Managers

The 2023 Companies Amendment Bills (the "Bills") were recently tabled before Parliament, and they are set to make a few

By Koos Benadie Derek Brits 3 Min Read

A Guide to the New 5-Page Gas Compliance Certificates for Home-Buyers

Loadshedding in South Africa has meant that more property owners are switching to gas for cooking or heating because of

By Tyla Goodwin Conri Botha 4 Min Read

‘Fair Value’ can be fair without being market value

The Companies Act, Act 71 of 2008 (hereinafter the "Act"), allows for a "dissented shareholder" to demand that his shares

By Derek Brits 5 Min Read

The Roles, Functions and Benefits of the Family Advocate

The role of the Family Advocate is to take the best interests of the minor children/child into consideration and to

By Danielle Mylie 7 Min Read
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