Nothing beats the excitement of going on a school activity (“activity”) for various reasons within or outside school premises. Added to that excitement, is being away from class or being away from home. An activity may have its risks, which is one of the reasons why parents/legal guardians need to consent to an activity. The school will try to protect itself against different forms of liability by requesting parents to sign an indemnity form for the activity. The South African Schools Act (“Act”) sheds some light on this topic.

The Unemployment Insurance Fund provides benefit payments to certain employees during a time of unemployment. Learn more about the UIF and its benefits here.

Frequently asked questions WiseUp gives you the answers to your questions.

LegalWise has made changes to some of their benefits, limits, restrictions and exclusions based on feedback they’ve received from their Members, their Network of Lawyers and their employees. They’ve also used this update as an opportunity to better explain a few terms to remove any ambiguity and uncertainty.

There are various types of courts in South Africa all serving different functions. Learn more about the types and jurisdiction of South African courts here.

Bullying can appear in many forms, such as physical or verbal abuse. Learn about the consequences bullies face when criminal charges are brought against them.

Read the LegalWise case study on a group of minors reporting sexual abuse and the responsibilities the court needs to uphold.

What are the rights of a child who is being sexually abused and what are the duties of a teacher assisting that child? Find the answers to these questions here.