Rental Housing Tribunal and Spoliation Orders in South Africa
Understand how the Rental Housing Tribunal can issue spoliation orders, protect tenants, and why landlords must avoid unlawful self-help.
Maintaining Adult Children in South Africa: Legal Principles & Court Considerations
South African law recognises that parents may have to maintain adult children who remain financially dependent. Courts assess dependency, needs and parental means.
When is a Workplace Dispute an “Unfair Labour Practice”?
A High Court case explores when workplace disputes must rely on the LRA – and when employees may turn directly to constitutional rights.
Evictions and Lease Cancellation: Why Getting the Process Right Matters
A recent High Court judgment confirms that eviction proceedings cannot succeed unless a lease is lawfully cancelled first, even where rental arrears are undisputed.
Statutory Prescription vs Time Bar Period in Short Term Insurance Policies: Which One Prevails?
Time bar clauses in short-term insurance policies can override statutory prescription. This article explains which prevails and what courts say.