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Child Maintenance in SA: Who Pays What?

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

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…

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Jul 15
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Debt Trap? How to Get Out of Debt in South Africa

By bbplawadmin | Debt Collection, Dispute Resolution & Litigation, Restructuring & Insolvency | No Comments

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…

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Jul 14
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Contract vs. Reality: Are You Legally an Employee in SA?

By bbplawadmin | Employment | No Comments

In South Africa, there are many ways to work, but only employees get legal protection. Just working for someone doesn’t always mean you’re an employee. This article explains how to…

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Jul 10
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Tying the Knot without Tangling the Estate

By bbplawadmin | Estate Planning, Family Law | No Comments

Marriage Estate Planning These days, many professionals establish their careers, buy property, or build businesses well before tying the knot. Plus, many people bring children or other family members they…

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Jul 08
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The Post-Divorce Medical Bill Trap: Who Picks Up the Tab?

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

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…

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Jun 30
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Fighting the Cuffs

By bbplawadmin | Criminal Law | No Comments

Listen up, folks. Our Constitution, in black and white, says if the police lock you up unfairly, you have a real right to stand in front of a judge and…

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Jun 29
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When Medicine Meets the Law: Medical Malpractice in South Africa

By bbplawadmin | Criminal Law, Medical Negligence | No Comments

At first glance, the medical sector and legal sector appear to be two spheres which do not overlap. However, in reality, all aspects of life are regulated and, as such,…

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Jun 26
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Rescuing a Formally Defective Will: How the Law Saves Your True Intentions

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

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…

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Jun 15
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The Price of Fake

By bbplawadmin | Criminal Law | No Comments

The Fight Against Counterfeit Goods in South Africa South Africa continues to grapple with the pervasive and evolving issue of counterfeit goods. This scourge, fueled by persistent economic hardships, high…

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Jun 12
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Locked Out by a Criminal Record? Here’s How to Clear Your Name

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

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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