Pregnancy and childbirth are supposed to be life-changing for all the right reasons. But when something goes wrong because a healthcare professional may have failed to provide reasonable care, the…
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Being arrested can be frightening. One minute you are going about your business and the next you are being placed in the back of a police vehicle, surrounded by questions…
Have you ever been chased for money you owe from years ago? Or perhaps someone owes you money, and you are wondering how long you have to take legal action?…
Feeling threatened, harassed, stalked or controlled can leave you unsure about what to do next. In South Africa, a protection order can be an important legal way of stopping abusive…
What to Do When Your Employer Doesn’t Pay the Benefits You’re Entitled To When you accept a job, your salary isn’t the only thing you’re agreeing to. If your employment…
Raising a child is one of life’s most rewarding experiences, but let’s be honest—it comes with a hefty price tag. In South Africa, providing for a child’s basic needs (like…
Debt Shouldn’t Be a Life Sentence Most of us are just trying to get by—whether that’s finally getting a reliable car to get to work or putting a solid roof…
Imagine a divorced couple in South Africa. Usually, the kids live mainly with one parent (let’s say Mom), while the other parent (Dad, for example) pays child support and keeps…
Drafting a Will can feel like a legal minefield. South African law has very strict rules—called “formalities”—that must be met for a Will to be valid. For example, it usually…
Living with a criminal record can feel like a life sentence, even long after you’ve served your time or paid your fine. It can act as a constant roadblock, preventing…
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