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Don’t Give Up Yet: Exploring Business Rescue Under South African Law

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

The South African economy is hitting businesses hard, and many are struggling. If a business faces serious financial trouble, South African law offers a process called “business rescue.” Think of…

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Apr 22
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The Price of Peace: Unpacking the Risks of Signing Under Pressure

By bbplawadmin | Corporate & Commercial, Dispute Resolution & Litigation, Employment, Estate Planning, Family Law, Mergers and Acquisitions, Project Infrastructure | No Comments

Times are tough, and lots of folks are struggling to keep up with their phone bills, car payments, and home loans. When you can’t pay, it’s easy to feel pressured…

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Apr 15
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Brand It Bold: Trademarking for Business Growth

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

Lots of smart people who lost their jobs started their own small businesses and are now doing great. They want to make their businesses even bigger and keep them going…

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Apr 14
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SA Business Registration 101: Making It Official

By bbplawadmin | Black Economic Empowerment, Corporate & Commercial, Corporate Governance and Compliance, Mergers and Acquisitions | No Comments

 Listen, we South Africans are brilliant at making a plan and coming up with clever business ideas – from side hustles to full-on companies! But sometimes, dealing with the official…

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Apr 10
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Your Domain Name: South Africa’s Hidden Digital Asset

By bbplawadmin | Corporate & Commercial, Telecommuncations, Media & Technology | No Comments

You see it everywhere now – people making a living on the internet, maybe with an online store or offering services directly online. It’s different from the old days when…

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Apr 09
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Untangling Online Tax: Residence, Source, and Your Business

By bbplawadmin | Corporate & Commercial, Telecommuncations, Media & Technology | No Comments

Businesses are increasingly using online platforms to trade, which lets them connect with more people regardless of location. However, earning income always raises tax questions. Generally, income tax is applied…

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Apr 08
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Verbal Agreements in SA: Why a Handshake Isn’t Enough

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

You know how sometimes you just agree to buy or sell something with a chat and a handshake here in SA? Legally, that can sometimes be enough. But, here’s the…

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Apr 07
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Divorce & Doctor Bills: Is the Financial Parent Liable for Uncovered Costs?

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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Mar 31
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The Unsubstantiated Claim: Politician vs. Judiciary

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

We often see high-profile politicians publicly claiming that judges are biased against them, especially after they lose court cases. They make these accusations, but they rarely provide solid evidence to…

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Mar 27
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Are You REALLY an Employee? SA Job Rights Explained!

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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