Spousal maintenance, often referred to as spousal support, is not automatically permanent or fixed in stone. In South Africa, maintenance orders may be revisited if circumstances change materially after divorce. Whether maintenance was granted in terms of the Divorce Act or agreed upon in a settlement agreement made an order of court, parties do have […]
Divorce proceedings in South Africa can be lengthy, often stretching from several months to years if the matter is heavily contested. For a spouse who is financially dependent on their partner, this period can be a time of immense vulnerability.To prevent a situation where one party is left unable to meet basic living expenses, the […]
Money matters are one of the biggest worries for couples going through a divorce. While questions about who gets the house or car will often take centre stage, debt is just as important to understand. And if you are going through a separation, you may also be find yourself asking: who pays the debt after […]
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 […]
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 […]
