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Oh SA, fairest of them all

Tired of all the negativity? Five reasons why the South African Constitution is an international champion.
31 March 2023 | 4 minute read
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Burial or Bling?

From mushrooms to diamonds, here are five weird and wonderful ways to spend eternity.
31 March 2023 | 3 minute read
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Legal Rights are only half of it 2023 Feature

Bill of Responsibilities

“Do not be daunted by the enormity of the world’s grief. Do justly, now. Love mercy, now. Walk humbly now. You are not obligated to complete the work, but neither are you free to abandon it” ~ Pirke Avot
24 February 2023 | 3 minute read
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Funeral Dead right Feature

Last Rights

Not a lot really. While legally your own rights will no longer exist, there are the rights of those left behind, and the courtesies that we extend to them during their grief.
24 February 2023 | 2 minute read
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VAS More from Section 27 Feature

The Right to Medical Advice

Knowledge can mean the difference between life and death. One needs to be able to ask for help, from the qualified professionals who can give us this advice, safely.
24 February 2023 | 3 minute read
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Last will and testament

Joint Last Will and Testament Template

A joint will is the will of two people contained in a single document. Typically, a husband and a wife will execute a joint will. Joint wills have various advantages and benefits depending on the aims and goals of the parties involved.
21 July 2022
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Dom workers Feature

Domestic workers, our nation’s companions.

The last few years have seen improvements made to the conditions of employment for South Africa's domestic workers. Our July article details everything a domestic worker's employment should include, to make sure that you are up to date and compliant.
30 June 2022 | 4 minute read
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What should be in your employment contract?

Employment contract. #IWishILearntThatInSchool – Part of our series supporting the youth. When reading your employment contract, these are things you should look for. Access other #IWishILearntThatInSchool articles and videos https://bit.ly/3x2zICR With Legal&Tax you’re not alone. Auth FSP
14 June 2022 | 1 minute read
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Why it’s important to read your employment contract

#IWishILearntThatInSchool - Part of our series supporting the youth. We explain the impact of not reading or understanding your employment contract in 39 seconds
2 June 2022 | 1 minute read
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Protecting your Right to Parent your children

Protecting your Right to Parent

Every parent wants to make sure that their children are safe, nurtured and secure. Even if you are unmarried or divorced, the law is on your side when it comes to your rights as a parent. Let’s take a closer look at how the law helps protect your parenting rights
29 May 2022 | 3 minute read
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How to accumulate your leave

How to accumulate leave and when you can apply

In this article, we will be exploring all the different types of leave and when you have the right to apply
26 May 2022 | 5 minute read
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What is gross misconduct

What is Gross Misconduct, and could it cost you your job?

There are varying degrees of issues you may face in the workplace that could lead to a difficult work environment, from incapacity to negligence and misconduct. This article will help you understand the differences between these infringements and how to approach disciplinary matters with our assistance.
27 April 2022 | 4 minute read
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The rights and costs of purchaing property

Your rights when purchasing a property - interest rates and insurance costs

Most of us dream of owning our own property, however, this is a costly endeavour and we may need to obtain a loan from a bank. We explain in this article your rights as a property owner and the two types of interest rates for such a loan as well as the various insurances involved in owning property.
24 March 2022 | 4 minute read
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constitution of south africa

The constitution of the Republic of South Africa and how it protects the human rights of the individual

Constitutional Supremacy is of the utmost importance. This in essence means that the Constitution is the supreme law of the land. This article will specifically deal with how the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa safeguards our human rights.
24 February 2022 | 3 minute read
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Love and the law

Love & the law webinar

We discuss cohabitation, common law marriage, marriage types, agreements and divorce.
15 February 2022
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Children's rights

Children's Rights

View our infographic for a breakdown of basic children's rights
4 February 2022
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Article Themes website November 20212 gender based violence

The shadow pandemic – Don’t be a victim, break the silence!

As the COVID-19 pandemic ran rampant in our society, a second pandemic of domestic violence filled the homes of innocent women. Learn more about gender-based violence cases during lockdown in South Africa and the proactive steps you can take to ensure your and your loved one’s safety.
11 November 2021 | 4 minute read
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Criminal law

Criminal law webinar

We discuss the various laws around drinking and driving, paying an admission of guilt fine, COVID-19 violations as well as police conduct.
2 November 2021
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