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Level 4 lockdown: being reintroduced to the workplace

The President announced the easing of the national lockdown restrictions from Level 5 to Level 4, which would allow more industries to commence w

Moving house during Level 4 lockdown

No-one was allowed to relocate to a new house during the initial lockdown period that started on 27 March 2020.

The consequences of paying an admission of guilt fine

You might be finding yourself in a situation where you are being accused of allegedly committing a criminal offence and have the option of paying

Making a Will – Be Sure Your Intentions Are Clear

It's important to make sure that a person’s intentions are clearly set out in their Will. Read our case study here on the complications an unclear Will caused.

Requirements of a Valid Will

There are specific requirements a Will must comply with which are regulated by the Wills Act 7 of 1953. Read our case study on the proper requirements for a valid Will in South Africa.

Islamic Marriages and Divorce Act

Read the LegalWise case study on Islamic marriages and the divorce act and learn about the facts of the case and what the court said.

Customary Marriages

What does the Law say regarding customary marriages and their validity? Find out by reading this article on customary marriages.

No-one Deserves to Live in Fear: You Can Do Something About It

Learn about the various steps a victim of domestic violence can take to protect themselves from their abuser, including filing a protection order.

Parental Rights and Responsibilities

Ever wondered what rights and responsibilities you have as a parent? Find out by reading this LegalWise article on parental rights and responsibilities.

Women’s Rights in Business

Read this article about women's rights in business, including the right to maternity leave and to not be discriminated against nor be sexually harassed.