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30 June 2025

Owe SARS more than you can pay? You might be able to negotiate your way out of it—legally. Learn how... a compromise could offer a second chance.

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Think before you post: Your job might depend on it

30 June 2025

Think your personal social media is off-limits to your employer? Think again. This article reveals how online posts can lead... to real-world workplace consequences.

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Owing SARS money? Here’s what you need to do

30 June 2025

Owe SARS more than you can pay? You might be able to negotiate your way out of it—legally. Learn how... a compromise could offer a second chance.

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30 June 2025

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New rules: will we say goodbye to unwanted direct marketing?

27 February 2025

The Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition published draft amendments to Regulation 4 of the Consumer Protection Act 68 of... 2008 (“CPA”) for comment late in 2024. The amendments relate to direct marketing communications in South Africa providing for an opt-out registry as well as a pre-emptive block on direct marketing. In this article, we highlight some of the proposed amendments and how this may be a game changer for consumers and direct marketers.

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The legal consequences for a business after a cyber-attack

13 April 2022

You have an online store through which you sell products. Although you have taken precautions, the risk of a cyber-attack... remains a concern as you hear about more and more businesses that suffer attacks. Apart from the reputational risk which could be massive, you also wonder about legal consequences when you consider the impact of data protection legislation.

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CCTV cameras in the workplace? Allowed or not?

14 September 2021

We have had a spate of thefts in our business over the last few months. Yet none of our employees... ever see anything or know anything, which have us thinking that the thefts may be wider than just one or two employees. We are considering installing CCTV cameras to monitor the situation and also prevent further thefts, but are unsure about the rules for monitoring employees with CCTV cameras and also using such footage should we pick up misconduct. Can you maybe advise on how we should go about this?

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POPIA and remote working employees

14 September 2021

I’m the owner of a small financial services firm. With Covid-19, like many businesses, we enabled staff to work from... home. The arrangement is working well and we are contemplating retaining the option of remote work for some of our staff. Is there anything specific we need to do from a POPIA perspective in respect of such remote working staff?

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What’s Up with POPIA and WhatsApp groups?

10 August 2021

I’m an administrator for a number of social WhatsApp groups that share information about neighbourhood safety and security, school lift... clubs for our children, sporting activities, etc. I also belong to a number of other WhatsApp groups and have noticed that some of the group administrators have sent lengthy POPIA consent notices. Is this really necessary under POPIA and will I also have to do this for the WhatsApp groups that I administer?

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The impact of the new Cybercrimes Act on businesses

14 July 2021

My business operates in the electronic communications sector and I’m a little concerned as to what the new Cybercrimes Act... will mean for us and how it can affect my business. Can you shed any light on this?

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Owing SARS money? Here’s what you need to do

30 June 2025

Owe SARS more than you can pay? You might be able to negotiate your way out of it—legally. Learn how... a compromise could offer a second chance.

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Think before you post: Your job might depend on it

30 June 2025

Think your personal social media is off-limits to your employer? Think again. This article reveals how online posts can lead... to real-world workplace consequences.

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Can a minor inherit a house or farm?

03 June 2025

Parents and other family members often bequeath immovable property to their children or grandchildren. But what is the position when... the testator dies and the person standing to inherit is still a minor? Can they inherit? In this article, we look at how this position is dealt with in our law.

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“Running” into trouble: pedestrian rights matter

03 June 2025

Think you're safe sprinting through a public race? A recent court ruling says otherwise. Find out how one runner's collision... turned into a costly legal lesson—and what it means for every athlete on public routes.

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Bypassing the National Credit Act may come back to bite you

02 June 2025

Think you can sidestep credit laws with ‘friendly’ loans or sneaky deals? Think again. Discover why trying to outsmart the... National Credit Act could lead to costly surprises you never saw coming.

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Cybercrime on the rise in property transactions

02 June 2025

As property transactions increasingly rely on electronic communication, buyers and sellers are becoming prime targets for cybercriminals. This article outlines... simple, effective steps to help protect against digital threats during the buying and selling process.

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Competition Commission guidelines on internal restructuring

30 May 2025

Thinking of reshuffling your company’s structure? The Competition Commission has just released clear guidelines on when internal changes could count... as mergers, and when you need to notify them. Don’t get caught off guard; find out what the new rules mean for your business.

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No foot to stand on: “Voetstoots” and the cost of concealing defects

30 May 2025

Think ‘voetstoots’ means you're off the hook as a seller? Think again. A recent court ruling draws the line between... misrepresentation and legal immunity.

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New Housing Act: What homeowners and builders must know

30 May 2025

Planning to build, renovate, or buy a home? This new Act could impact your plans—and your rights. Here's what you... need to know.

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Unsafe grounds: Can schools be held liable for sports injuries?

06 May 2025

What happens when your child gets injured at school? Who is responsible for their safety? In this article, we examine... whether a school can be held liable for injuries sustained by a pupil during school activities.

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Owing SARS money? Here’s what you need to do

30 June 2025

Owe SARS more than you can pay? You might be able to negotiate your way out of it—legally. Learn how... a compromise could offer a second chance.

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Think before you post: Your job might depend on it

New rules: will we say goodbye to unwanted direct marketing?

The legal consequences for a business after a cyber-attack

CCTV cameras in the workplace? Allowed or not?

POPIA and remote working employees

What’s Up with POPIA and WhatsApp groups?

The impact of the new Cybercrimes Act on businesses

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Owing SARS money? Here’s what you need to do

Think before you post: Your job might depend on it

Can a minor inherit a house or farm?

“Running” into trouble: pedestrian rights matter

Bypassing the National Credit Act may come back to bite you

Cybercrime on the rise in property transactions

Competition Commission guidelines on internal restructuring

No foot to stand on: “Voetstoots” and the cost of concealing defects

New Housing Act: What homeowners and builders must know

Unsafe grounds: Can schools be held liable for sports injuries?

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