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DON’T GET RIPPED OFF! KNOW YOUR CONSUMER RIGHTS IN SOUTH AFRICA

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Ever bought something only to discover that the deal wasn’t quite what you thought it was? Maybe a shop charged more than the shelf price, a product arrived damaged, or…

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Aug 21
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Handcuffed, Not Helpless: Your Arrest Rights in SA

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

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…

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Aug 19
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Expired Debt in SA: What You Need to Know

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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?…

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Aug 13
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Protection Orders SA: How to Use One (and When You Can’t)

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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…

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Aug 12
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Unlawful Credit Agreements: Is My Loan Legal in South Africa?

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Credit cards, store accounts, vehicle finance and personal loans are part of everyday life in South Africa. But what happens if the credit agreement you signed does not comply with…

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Jul 31
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Who Owes Who? Spousal Maintenance Explained

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Going through a divorce is tough, and on top of the emotional turmoil, there’s the big worry about your financial future. A major question on many people’s minds is whether…

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Jul 28
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Boss Withholding Benefits? Take Legal Action Today.

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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…

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Jul 27
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Baby Steps, Legal Strides: Navigating SA Surrogacy

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For many people, building a family is not always a straightforward journey. Medical conditions, infertility, and other circumstances can make carrying a pregnancy impossible, leading hopeful parents to explore alternative…

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Jul 24
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Child Maintenance in SA: Who Pays What?

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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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