Life sometimes presents difficult circumstances where a loved one cannot manage their own affairs due to illness, injury or incapacity. In these situations, families often face the difficult question of how to protect their best interests while ensuring their estate is handled responsibly. This is where curatorship comes into play. Curatorship is a legal mechanism […]
Sequestration can feel like the end of the road, having your assets sold off and financial independence stripped away. Thankfully, insolvency does not have to mean a permanent end to financial freedom. In South Africa, the law provides a way to rebuild after insolvency, through a process known as rehabilitation. Rehabilitation is a vital step […]
When a marriage breaks down because one spouse has been unfaithful, emotions tend to run high, and understandably so. For many, infidelity feels like a betrayal that should have consequences for the other party. But while unfaithfulness can be devastating on a personal level, it doesn’t always have the legal consequences people expect. In South […]
If you’ve been through sequestration or liquidation, you may be wondering whether you can start afresh in the business world, especially in a leadership role. Can you register a new company? Are you allowed to serve as a director? In South Africa, both sequestration (for individuals) and liquidation (for companies) carry serious consequences, but they […]
When families face challenges or transitions, a family law attorney can help provide clarity, structure and valuable legal insights. These legal experts support individuals through life’s most sensitive moments, whether it’s ending a marriage, protecting children’s rights or formalising agreements between partners. Here’s a look at the core services family law attorneys offer and why […]
Sequestration offers individuals overwhelmed by debt a chance to start over financially. However, it comes at a cost: your estate is surrendered to a court-appointed trustee. Understanding what assets can be seized during sequestration is essential if you’re considering this route or facing compulsory sequestration. What Is Sequestration? Sequestration refers to the legal process by […]
When a company goes into liquidation, it can be an uncertain period for everyone involved, but especially for employees. Jobs are suddenly in jeopardy, salaries may be in arrears and it’s not always clear what rights or protections exist. Understanding how the liquidation process affects employees is essential for both employers and workers to make […]
In many households, pets are more than just animals, they are family. As many couples increasingly treat their pets like children, disputes over who keeps the family companion have become more common during divorce proceedings. So what happens to these pets after a divorce under South African law? How South African Law Views Pets Under […]
If you’ve been through the sequestration process, you’ve likely faced a difficult chapter of your financial life. Thankfully, sequestration doesn’t last forever, and South African law provides a pathway back to financial and legal independence through a process known as rehabilitation. What Is Rehabilitation? In simple terms, rehabilitation is a legal process that restores your […]
For many couples caught up in the excitement of wedding planning, legal contracts are the last thing on their minds. But in South Africa, if you don’t sign an antenuptial contract before saying “I do,” your marriage will automatically fall under a legal regime that might not best suit your circumstances. This article explores what […]
