Voluntary Disclosure Programme (VDP) applications have been a permanent part of our law since 2012. The essence of a VDP…
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Taxpayers’ right to confidentiality: Lesson from Al Capone
Several high-profile figures have come under public scrutiny during commissions of inquiry for serious crimes such as fraud and corruption.…
Why Compliance is the cornerstone to every business’ success?
Compliance is something that affects all businesses in all industries. Regardless of whether you are a large enterprise, or a…
Consumer lawyer has Pharmaceutical company in her sights
Brian Joss – Consumer attorney Trudie Broekman of Broekman Attorneys in the Bo-Kaap is tackling a pharmaceutical company on behalf…
…with a little help from my friends: trade marks and the law
Following the recent Constitutional Court decision in Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development and Others v Prince and Others 2018…
Tax and its effects on a deceased estate
16 September 2019: In recent years, the effect of various taxes on a deceased estate has become more and more…
You need a Will – National Wills Week (16 to 20 September)
By John de Villiers – Editor of the LexisDigest: [DURBAN, 11 September 2019] Far too many South Africans die every year…
Agreements must be honoured
Over the years, and particularly since the dawning of the Constitutional era, litigants have tried to rely on the principals…
Stop trying to pull the wool over your… trademarks
Do you keep a record of the use you make of your trademarks? Don’t be fooled. Even if you’ve registered…
New Ruling may remove a Commissioner’s discretion to grant legal representation at CCMA
by Cowan- Harper- Mazikizela Attorneys – According to Rule 25 of the Rules for the Conduct of Proceedings before the CCMA,…
Consolidated, comprehensive or general final written warnings
By Nicolene Erasmus, Senior Consultant, SA Labour Guide Regarding dismissal, according to the Code of Good Practice, “the courts have…
False Racial Allegations Are Punishable by Dismissal
Employees found guilty of falsely accusing their employers and colleagues of racism face getting the boot themselves, cautions Justin Hattingh,…
What does the carbon tax bill mean for business in South Africa?
“With the start of June, the implementation date of the carbon tax has come, and for businesses who have not…
SAFPS takes aim at fraudsters through its Secure Citizen App
Fraud is an unfortunate reality of everyday life in South Africa. Recent statistics point out that 77% of South African…
Thinking about consolidating your debt – here’s what you need to know
With multiple petrol increases, productivity losses from ongoing load shedding and a generally tough economic climate many consumers are in…
The principle of compromise in disputes
A compromise is an agreement whereby parties settle a dispute between themselves. If the dispute concerns an existing agreement, the…
A Free Online Legal Document Drafting Tool For NPO’s Launches
Epoq Legal (South Africa), a pioneer of online legal services, is proud to announce the launch of JusDraft. JusDraft is…
What South African dads need to know about their new right to paternity leave
On Friday, 23 November 2018, President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Labour Laws Amendment Act, Act 10 of 2018. It stipulates…
Mabola breathes again – leave to appeal denied
Terrestrial protected areas in South Africa cover approximately 8% of the total land area and enjoy varying layers of protection…
Expropriation without compensation will be a triumph of politics over people
Politics will hijack EWC and black people will be the main victims. The situation in Alexandra township clearly demonstrates what…
Chuma Vabaza: Garlicke & Bousfield’s latest rising star
“Ex nihilo nihil fit – that’s what I live by”. I smiled politely – not sure whether the earnest expression…
Deceased Estates – What you need to know when a loved one leaves you a property
Dealing with the sale of a property after a loved one has passed away, will more than likely be a…
Firms with common members and claims of tender collusion
In a recent case before the Competition Tribunal, the Tribunal considered whether different firms with common members could argue they…