As mentioned in previous articles, a requirement for a valid contract is that it must meet the principle of legality. Common law illegality has been previously discussed, whereas this article…
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One of the requirements for a valid contract is that the contract must subscribe to the principle of legality. Briefly, this entails the fact that when your contract is contrary…
Insider trading is a common term briefly defined as a form of market abuse whereby an insider (which can be a juristic person, trust partnership, or person) with insider knowledge…
While it is not possible to be aware of every type of agreement and its related terms, it is recommended to be aware of some of the generic terms which…
Navigating your way through the legislative and regulatory requirements of your company can be a daunting and complex exercise. The guidelines below offer a layman’s guide to some of the…
The Competition Commission is an oversight body for all businesses trading within South Africa. This means that the body is responsible for the enforcement and regulation of anti-trust or anti-competitive…
The Labour Relations Act provides in section 188 (1)(a)(i) that a dismissal is unfair if the employer fails to prove that the dismissal was for a fair reason following fair…
The board of directors is a phrase commonly heard of, whether it is about Eskom, SAA, or a private company. However, the layman may not know the exact definition of…
When one thinks of trusts it’s typically as an instrument that protects the assets of minors where they receive an inheritance but do not have the capacity to administer it….
Certain requirements are required for a valid and enforceable contract. There are however certain occurrences that render a contract void or voidable. One such occurrence is duress, also known as…
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