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Tired of all the negativity? Five reasons why the South African Constitution is an international champion.

Natural disasters have recently left many South African families dealing with the loss of their loved ones and in the same breath, constrained financially. In this article, we help you look out for any exclusions that your funeral policy might have that could prevent pay out in these specific circumstances.

Making sure you have a funeral plan that provides for a dignified burial may be the first step you take, but there is so much more to consider. These considerations must be stated in your last will and testament.

In this article, we will be exploring all the different types of leave and when you have the right to apply

SOMETIMES, GETTING AND KEEPING A JOB FEELS SO DIFFICULT, THAT WE FORGET THAT WE HAVE RIGHTS WITHIN THE WORKPLACE. LUCKILY, THE LAW IS HERE TO HELP MAKE WORKPLACES FAIR FOR ALL.

We discuss the legal aspects of human remains and the rules in relation to all matters related to the disposal of dead bodies

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.

As we enter 16 days of activism against Gender Based Violence (GBV), we wanted to highlight the increase in GBV that has occurred under COVID-19 and lockdown conditions. Our article sheds light on steps we can take to bring this plight to an end.

June 16th marks the extraordinary sacrifice that the students of the Soweto Uprising in 1976 made in protesting against their apartheid oppression.

Your estate and bank accounts can be frozen for a long time after your death. Here's how you can help your family pick up the pieces and have enough funds to live on.

The New Year has brought about the chance for all of us to approach new opportunities and experiences in a revitalised and optimistic way.

Welcome to the final edition of Legal&You for the year Thank you for your support over the last year. As we approach the festive season, we have had time to reflect on our mission to be your companion. That means that with Legal&Tax you are not alone. We are here for you through every step of your life.

In our latest Legal&You edition, we discuss the rights that protect you as a parent and the ways, even when you are divorced. We touch on funeral cover during natural disasters and we also look at ways we can help children that are diagnosed with Creche Syndrome. Finally, we show you the 'secret' formula that you can follow when saving to ultimately become a millioniare!

Although the value of education is priceless, the actual price tag on schooling can be a heavy burden on parents. Understand your rights when it comes to the paying of school fees and other related costs.

While 42% of South African adults have some form of funeral cover, a large number of South Africans are either underinsured or do not have any funeral cover at all. This leaves many families unprepared for the high costs associated with burial expenses, which can burden the surviving family members with considerable financial strain at a time they already carry the heavy burden of grief.

Being your lifelong companion is not just a tag line or motto. It is at the very centre of everything we do at Legal&Tax. We are driven to offer your products and services that are meaningful in your time of need, and to provide you with information and advice that help you to navigate the unforeseen events that life will throw your way

What laws impact on how your child can be disciplined at school

The lockdown and rules regarding funerals have meant that many people have had to balance adhering to the law and practicing their cultural traditions.