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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.
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Tobacco

The legal taboos of tobacco

The South African law is constantly tightening up on ways to stop smokers from lighting up.
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dealing with divorce

Dealing with Divorce

Divorce is a difficult reality. While the emotional pain is hard to bear, Legal&Tax Services can at least be your companion in offering expert legal advice on this process.
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Christmas debt? Not this year!

Make sure you (and your bank account) are ready for the Festive Season with Legal&Tax by your side.
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Legal You October 2023 Feature

Solace&You October 2023

From AI to male breast cancer, Estate tax to Economic ups and downs, we have something for everyone in each edition of Solace&You!
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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.
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Last will and testament3

What makes a will valid?

Here are the requirements for a valid will
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Health and democracy

Your Right to the access of HealthCare in South Africa

Access to health care is a basic human right. The right to health care can however be limited in certain instances, depending on the availability of resources. We discuss these points in further detail including if you have the right to refuse treatment
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Consumer rights

Consumer rights explained

As consumers, we have rights when purchasing goods in-store and online. We help you understand these rights and provide you with the steps you can take to ensure that goods purchased meet your expectation.
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Pulled over by the police

​Do you feel unsafe when being pulled over by the police?

The South African Police Service (SAPS) or Metro Police have the right to pull over a car on the road and to search it. However, if you feel endangered, you are within your rights to ask the police officer to accompany you to the nearest police station to do the search.
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Deceased Estate

Deceased estates

Plan your estate now to eliminate any problems upon your death. Protect your loved ones by minimising the chances of family strife and ugly battles.
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clear your criminal record

Clearing your criminal record

You can apply for expungement of your criminal record provided you meet the criteria, allowing you to carry on with life without a criminal record being an obstruction to employment opportunities.
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Avoid going to court

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.
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Flu Article

Stop flu from infecting you!

Legal&Tax’s medical experts are here to inform you about the key facts of flu and how to help prevent you and your family from getting sick this season.
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dealing with drinking and drug abuse

When the Party is Over

While the festive season often becomes the reason to party and have a drink or two, there is a darker side to indulging in alcohol and other dangerous substances. Brain damage, strokes, bleeding in the throat, a loss of breath, heart disease, liver failure, stomach and intestinal cancer and ulcers, impotence and infertility, osteoporosis…and death. These are some of the terrifying effects that alcohol and drugs can have on your body.
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Solace Feature 2

Prioritising Mental Wellness:

South Africa is grappling with an increasing mental wellness crisis. According to a 2023 study by the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG), one in three South Africans will suffer from mental wellness issues at some point in their lives.
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Crime stats and being a companion article

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.
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Invest to End TB. Save Lives.

It’s Time… To talk about TB. To Know my TB status. To step up the fight to end TB. For a World without TB
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