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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 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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Who can be a witness to a will?

Watch this video to find out who is competent to witness a will
25 October 2021
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Can you write your own will?

All you need to know about drafting your own will
25 October 2021
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What makes a will valid?

Here are the requirements for a valid will
25 October 2021
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What is an Executor of an estate?

Watch this video to learn more
25 October 2021
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Who should have a will?

Watch this video to see if you need a will
25 October 2021
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What is a will and testament?

Our Head of Legal Helpline, Michael Visser explains this estate planning document
25 October 2021
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Legal and tax tips

Legal&Tax Tips

Our Head of Legal Helpline, Michael Visser shares some helpful legal tips
18 October 2021
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Last will and testament

Wills & Estates

Watch our webinar where Head of Legal Helpline, Michael Visser answers your frequently asked questions about wills and estates.
5 October 2021
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Landlord and tenant – A rocky Relationship?

Learn about the legislature and regulations that govern this relationship
17 September 2021 | 7 minute read
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Child maintenance – the facts!

Every child is entitled to receive maintenance for their basic needs such as food, clothing, housing, education and health care.
15 September 2021
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Women and the law

The law protects and promotes the rights of women and gender equality. The law is a tool to end gender based violence, sexual harassment and discrimination against women. The law also offers women access to justice following victimisation.
3 September 2021 | 40 minute read
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Your Companion, through the good and the bad

In this article, we give a brief overview of the latest crime stats, give guidance on reporting a crime, and obtaining a protection order. We also provide you with information on our services to assist you in dealing with emotional trauma and seeking medical advice and emergency medical response.
27 August 2021 | 4 minute read
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Dealing with fraud as a result of identity theft

We help you safeguard your personal information to prevent this criminal offence against you.
13 July 2021 | 4 minute read
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Wrongful death

Losing a family member due to misconduct or negligence is painful. We discuss how you can seek justice on behalf of your loved one for a wrongful death action.
13 July 2021 | 3 minute read
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Steps to take to avoid going to court

Going to court is costly, time-consuming and should be the last resort. We show you ways to resolve disputes without having to go to court.
13 July 2021 | 4 minute read
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Small claims court

We show you a quick and easy way to resolve financial disputes.
13 July 2021 | 3 minute read
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