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Signed Under Pressure: When a Deal Becomes a Shakedown

By bbplawadmin | Corporate & Commercial, Mergers and Acquisitions, Project Infrastructure | No Comments

We’ve all been there: that sinking feeling in your stomach when you sign a piece of paper not because you want to, but because you feel like you have no…

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Feb 06
12
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From “Ours” to “Mine”: Navigating Community of Property

By bbplawadmin | Dispute Resolution & Litigation, Family Law | No Comments

When life takes a turn, and a marriage ends, the focus usually shifts from “what’s ours” to “what’s mine.” In South Africa, most couples start their journey married in community…

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Feb 03
28
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Slicing the Pie: Don’t Lose Your Pension to a Bad Divorce Deal

By bbplawadmin | Dispute Resolution & Litigation, Estate Planning, Family Law | No Comments

Divorce is rarely just about the end of a relationship; for most of us, it’s a high-stakes financial overhaul that can feel like trying to untangle a knot in the…

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Jan 30
24
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My Child Was Arrested: What You Need to Know About the Child Justice Act

By bbplawadmin | Criminal Law, Family Law | No Comments

We’ve all heard the saying that children are our future, but what happens when a young person makes a serious mistake? In the past, the law often treated kids just…

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Jan 29
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Rights of living together in South Africa

Why Living Together Isn’t the Same as Saying “I Do”

By bbplawadmin | Dispute Resolution & Litigation, Estate Planning, Family Law | No Comments

Living together is as common as a Sunday braai in South Africa. It feels like marriage, it looks like marriage, and you’re sharing everything from the grocery bill to the…

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Jan 26
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Backseat Rights: Navigating Roadblocks in South Africa

By bbplawadmin | Criminal Law, Dispute Resolution & Litigation | No Comments

Your Ride, Your Rights: What Happens When the Blue Lights Flash? We’ve all been there—settled into the backseat of an Uber or Bolt, scrolling through our phones, when suddenly the…

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Jan 23
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How to sue the police for brutality

The Power is Yours: Fight Back Against Police Brutality

By bbplawadmin | Criminal Law, Dispute Resolution & Litigation, Family Law | No Comments

Stand Up for Your Rights: A Guide to Handling Police Misconduct No one is above the law—not even the people hired to enforce it. When a police officer crosses the…

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Jan 21
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Engagement Letter? The Simple Way to Protect Your Business and Get Paid

By bbplawadmin | Corporate & Commercial, Corporate Governance and Compliance, Dispute Resolution & Litigation | No Comments

Landing that dream client is a massive win—the kind of moment that makes all the late nights and hard work finally feel worth it. But before you break out the…

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Jan 20
7
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Million-Dollar Idea? Here’s How to Keep It Yours

By bbplawadmin | Corporate & Commercial, Corporate Governance and Compliance, Dispute Resolution & Litigation | No Comments

We’ve all had that “million-dollar idea” moment, followed immediately by the nagging fear of: “Wait, what if someone steals this?” It’s the ultimate catch-22 for every entrepreneur—you need to talk…

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Jan 16
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Trapped in a Contract? How to Walk Away Without the Drama

By bbplawadmin | Corporate & Commercial, Corporate Governance and Compliance, Dispute Resolution & Litigation, Mergers and Acquisitions, Project Infrastructure, Real Estate | No Comments

We’ve all been there: you sign on the dotted line with high hopes, only to find yourself stuck in a situation that just isn’t working. Whether it’s a gym membership…

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