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Rental Housing Tribunal: Resolving Landlord and Tenant Complaints

What are the functions of the Rental Housing Tribunal and which complaints may be lodged? Learn more about your rights surrounding the Rental Housing Tribunal by reading this QuickLaw guide.

HOW TO TREAT BULLYING IN SCHOOLS

John is 9 years old and is being bullied at school by one of his class mates, Trevor.

BE AN EVERYDAY HERO AND STOP CHILD ABUSE

High levels of violence, abuse, exploitation and neglect of children exist in South Africa.

Different forms of violence associated with gender-based violence

There are various forms of Gender-based Violence (“GBV”) that can take place within a domestic relationship or in any other type of s

Different types of evidence and documents in respect of gender-based violence

Sometimes victims of gender-based violence (“GBV”) endure violence at the hands of their abuser for a long period of tim

The role of the SAPS in the context of Gender-Based violence (“GBV”)

Various legislative and policy mechanisms are in place to guide the South African Police Service (“SAPS”) officials and relevant stak

New legislation in place to fight cyberbullying in South Africa

Cyberbullying amongst children has become a serious problem and can have negative consequences on a child’s mental and emotional wellbeing.

16 Days of Activism and gender-based violence

GBV is one of the biggest problems that South Africa faces and affects women and girls regardless of their age, race and social circumstances. Although GBV can be directed towards both men and women, the majority of victims are women. Generally, GBV is most commonly in the form of physical violence, such as assault. However, it can also be other forms of abuse against women and includes sexual assault, emotional and psychological abuse, financial abuse and so on.

Changes to the LegalWise Membership Agreement Effective 1 January 2022

We are excited to introduce changes to the LegalWise Membership Agreement. The changes to the Agreement have been made based on feedback we have received from our Members, our Network of lawyers, our colleagues and to ensure that the Agreement meets our obligations in terms of industry legislation, most notably the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Short Term Insurance Policyholder Protection Rules (PPR) and the Legal Practice Act (LPA).

Changes to the LegalWise Membership Agreement Effective 1 January 2022

LegalWise is excited to introduce changes to the LegalWise Membership Agreement. The changes to the Agreement have been made based on feedback received from their Members, Network of lawyers, employees and to ensure that the Agreement meets their obligations in terms of industry legislation, most notably the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Short Term Insurance Policyholder Protection Rules (PPR) and the Legal Practice Act (LPA).