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Squabbling with Neighbours? What You Need to Know (Before Things Get Awkward)
13 October 2025

We’ve all been there: the barking dog at midnight, the tree that drops half its leaves in your pool, or... the new wall that ended up a metre into your garden. Neighbour disputes aren’t just about petty squabbles; they can hit your pocket, your peace of mind, and even your property value.South African neighbour law provides a clear framework for resolving disputes between neighbours fairly.

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What Can You do When a Director Deadlock is Killing Your Company?
13 October 2025

Occasional disagreements are inevitable in all relationships, but when they spiral out of control to the extent that the directors... of a company go to war with each other, the resulting deadlock can make it impossible for the company to continue operating.How can you avoid that happening to your company, and what should you do if it does? We address those questions with reference to a recent High Court fight between directors whose broken relationship killed their profitable business and led to the company’s liquidation.  

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Your House Burns to the Ground: Can You Hold the Seller Liable?
13 October 2025

Time and again our courts are faced with property sellers who, when sued by buyers for hidden defects, try to... hide behind a voetstoots clause in the sale agreement.They say, “The buyer bought the house ‘as is’ and can’t complain now”. But that can never protect a seller who has fraudulently concealed a defect. We illustrate this in the context of a devastating house fire caused by a dangerous and unlawful building practice. The High Court made short work of holding the seller/developer liable.

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The final tax return: understanding taxes at life’s end
01 October 2025

Don’t let taxes surprise your beneficiaries; learn what to expect.

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When AI gets it wrong
01 October 2025

Guidelines show how to use AI in arbitrations safely, keeping mistakes, fabrications, and “hallucinations” out of the courtroom.

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What will your property transfer cost now?
01 October 2025

The new 2025 fee update may change what you pay on transfers, bonds, and more.

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King V: A new era for Corporate Governance
01 October 2025

The latest draft of the King Code brings clarity, ethics, and even AI into the heart of governance.

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Redefining ‘I Do’
30 September 2025

South Africa’s new Marriage Bill seeks to unify all marriages under one law with equal recognition for every union.

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Why estate disputes can ruin a well-laid estate plan
29 August 2025

Disputed claims can derail an estate plan; discover how to plan ahead and safeguard your legacy.

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Getting the value right when trading assets for shares
29 August 2025

Ensure the value of assets and shares match in asset for share transactions to avoid unexpected tax consequences.

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Municipal staff may stand for office as councillors
29 August 2025

A Constitutional Court ruling now allows municipal staff to hold political office in a political party, ending the ban that... restricted their political participation.

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Your password, their fraud — but still your dismissal?
29 August 2025

If someone else uses your password to commit fraud, can you escape liability? 

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Squabbling with Neighbours? What You Need to Know (Before Things Get Awkward)

13 October 2025

We’ve all been there: the barking dog at midnight, the tree that drops half its leaves in your pool, or... the new wall that ended up a metre into your garden. Neighbour disputes aren’t just about petty squabbles; they can hit your pocket, your peace of mind, and even your property value.South African neighbour law provides a clear framework for resolving disputes between neighbours fairly.

READ MORE
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What Can You do When a Director Deadlock is Killing Your Company?

13 October 2025

Occasional disagreements are inevitable in all relationships, but when they spiral out of control to the extent that the directors... of a company go to war with each other, the resulting deadlock can make it impossible for the company to continue operating.How can you avoid that happening to your company, and what should you do if it does? We address those questions with reference to a recent High Court fight between directors whose broken relationship killed their profitable business and led to the company’s liquidation.  

READ MORE
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Your House Burns to the Ground: Can You Hold the Seller Liable?

13 October 2025

Time and again our courts are faced with property sellers who, when sued by buyers for hidden defects, try to... hide behind a voetstoots clause in the sale agreement.They say, “The buyer bought the house ‘as is’ and can’t complain now”. But that can never protect a seller who has fraudulently concealed a defect. We illustrate this in the context of a devastating house fire caused by a dangerous and unlawful building practice. The High Court made short work of holding the seller/developer liable.

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The final tax return: understanding taxes at life’s end

01 October 2025

Don’t let taxes surprise your beneficiaries; learn what to expect.

READ MORE
49
Article

When AI gets it wrong

01 October 2025

Guidelines show how to use AI in arbitrations safely, keeping mistakes, fabrications, and “hallucinations” out of the courtroom.

READ MORE
47
Article

What will your property transfer cost now?

01 October 2025

The new 2025 fee update may change what you pay on transfers, bonds, and more.

READ MORE
60
Article

King V: A new era for Corporate Governance

01 October 2025

The latest draft of the King Code brings clarity, ethics, and even AI into the heart of governance.

READ MORE
41
Article

Redefining ‘I Do’

30 September 2025

South Africa’s new Marriage Bill seeks to unify all marriages under one law with equal recognition for every union.

READ MORE
41
Article

Why estate disputes can ruin a well-laid estate plan

29 August 2025

Disputed claims can derail an estate plan; discover how to plan ahead and safeguard your legacy.

READ MORE
379
Article

Getting the value right when trading assets for shares

29 August 2025

Ensure the value of assets and shares match in asset for share transactions to avoid unexpected tax consequences.

READ MORE
442
Article

Municipal staff may stand for office as councillors

29 August 2025

A Constitutional Court ruling now allows municipal staff to hold political office in a political party, ending the ban that... restricted their political participation.

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397
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Your password, their fraud — but still your dismissal?

29 August 2025

If someone else uses your password to commit fraud, can you escape liability? 

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Big brother watching? CCTV in Sectional Titles Schemes

29 August 2025

Understand how CCTV is regulated in South African sectional title schemes.

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Can land affected by a servitude still be mortgaged?

29 August 2025

Discover how servitudes and mortgage bonds can legally co-exist on the same property.

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Employment Equity targets are in. Is your business ready?

05 August 2025

If you employ 50 or more people, major changes are coming, and non-compliance could cost you millions.

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To be or not to be: The director’s dilemma

05 August 2025

Find out what it really means to be a director, and what happens when things go wrong.

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No borders, no rules? Cryptocurrency and South African law

05 August 2025

Crypto might be borderless, but South Africa’s laws aren’t. Find out why exchange control regulations don’t apply to cryptocurrency (yet)... and what could change soon.

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Underwriter vs Arranger. What’s the difference?

05 August 2025

When a claim is denied, knowing who’s who can make all the difference.

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Signed, sealed… certified!

05 August 2025

Selling your home? Don’t forget about the five must-have certificates that seal the deal, from electrical to beetle and beyond.

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New draft code on dismissals: What employers need to know

04 August 2025

Clearer. Broader. More focused. The new Draft Code aims to clarify dismissal procedures for misconduct, incapacity, and now, for the... first time, fully incorporates operational requirements. 

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Supporting Families Through Deceased Estate Administration

04 August 2025

Losing a loved one is never easy. On top of the emotional impact, families are often left with the responsibility... of handling a complicated legal process: administering the deceased estate. 

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BFFs no More: The Verbal Agreement That Cost R1 Million

14 July 2025

Not everyone knows that the verbal agreements we make every day are, with very few exceptions, every bit as valid... and enforceable as formal written contracts. 

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When Does a Property Defect Justify Cancellation? A Costly Case of Buyer’s Remorse

14 July 2025

“Buyer’s remorse” is a well-known phenomenon that’s led many a property buyer to cast around desperately for a means, any... means, to escape the sale they’ve just tied themselves into. Be careful here – cancelling a sale without sound legal grounds will be a very costly mistake.

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Considering a Home Loan Switch? Here's What You Need to Know

14 July 2025

Bond switching refers to the process of moving your existing home loan from one bank to another. It involves cancelling... your current bond and registering a new one. 

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The information in the news and views section relate to recent legal developments, is intended to provide general guidance and does not constitute legal advice. MP|W will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from reliance upon the content of this website.

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