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Can SARS keep secrets?
31 July 2026

Find out when confidential tax information may legally be disclosed. 

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Love, then legacy
31 July 2026

 An antenuptial contract is only the beginning. Discover why estate planning should start before saying "I do".

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When payroll becomes a liability
31 July 2026

Employers have important legal obligations when processing emoluments attachment orders. Getting it wrong could prove costly.

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Remuneration under the microscope
31 July 2026

Executive remuneration is entering a new era of transparency. Here's what you should know before the next AGM.

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No more detours
30 July 2026

A landmark ruling removes procedural barriers in retrenchment disputes.

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Dividing more than assets
30 July 2026

A landmark court ruling could reshape how pension interests are treated in divorce.

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A digital shift for community schemes
30 July 2026

Discover how CSOS Connect is changing compliance, governance and dispute resolution.

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Who Bears the Loss When Payment is Made into the Incorrect Bank Account?
13 July 2026,  Antony Arvan

A problem that we are regularly contacted about or hear about relates to payments made by parties into the incorrect... bank account. The most common scenario is that a consumer/ purchaser receives an email attached to an invoice from a supplier/ seller for payment little knowing that the email has been sent by a hacker posing as the supplier/ creditor. Payment is then made by the consumer/ purchaser in good faith into that account reflected on the invoice.

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Section 45 Repair Orders in South Africa: What Heritage Property Owners Need to Know in 2026
13 July 2026

What is a Section 45 repair order under the NHRA? Learn when heritage authorities can compel repairs, recover costs, and ... how property owners can protect themselves.

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Vacancy: Candidate Attorney Position at MP|W 2027
07 July 2026

MP|W, a dynamic law firm based in the heart of Cape Town’s CBD, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Candidate... Attorney to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual to gain hands-on experience in a professional legal environment while completing their articles of clerkship.

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When agreements have limits
02 July 2026

Not every maintenance clause is enforceable. Here's what parents should know before signing.

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The Airbnb rulebook is changing
02 July 2026

New rules could reshape the future of short-term letting in South Africa. Stay ahead of the changes.

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Can SARS keep secrets?

31 July 2026

Find out when confidential tax information may legally be disclosed. 

READ MORE
16
Article

Love, then legacy

31 July 2026

 An antenuptial contract is only the beginning. Discover why estate planning should start before saying "I do".

READ MORE
10
Article

When payroll becomes a liability

31 July 2026

Employers have important legal obligations when processing emoluments attachment orders. Getting it wrong could prove costly.

READ MORE
10
Article

Remuneration under the microscope

31 July 2026

Executive remuneration is entering a new era of transparency. Here's what you should know before the next AGM.

READ MORE
18
Article

No more detours

30 July 2026

A landmark ruling removes procedural barriers in retrenchment disputes.

READ MORE
17
Article

Dividing more than assets

30 July 2026

A landmark court ruling could reshape how pension interests are treated in divorce.

READ MORE
8
Article

A digital shift for community schemes

30 July 2026

Discover how CSOS Connect is changing compliance, governance and dispute resolution.

READ MORE
15
Article

Who Bears the Loss When Payment is Made into the Incorrect Bank Account?

13 July 2026,  Antony Arvan

A problem that we are regularly contacted about or hear about relates to payments made by parties into the incorrect... bank account. The most common scenario is that a consumer/ purchaser receives an email attached to an invoice from a supplier/ seller for payment little knowing that the email has been sent by a hacker posing as the supplier/ creditor. Payment is then made by the consumer/ purchaser in good faith into that account reflected on the invoice.

READ MORE
761
Article

Section 45 Repair Orders in South Africa: What Heritage Property Owners Need to Know in 2026

13 July 2026

What is a Section 45 repair order under the NHRA? Learn when heritage authorities can compel repairs, recover costs, and ... how property owners can protect themselves.

READ MORE
145
Article

Vacancy: Candidate Attorney Position at MP|W 2027

07 July 2026

MP|W, a dynamic law firm based in the heart of Cape Town’s CBD, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Candidate... Attorney to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual to gain hands-on experience in a professional legal environment while completing their articles of clerkship.

READ MORE
685
Vacancy

When agreements have limits

02 July 2026

Not every maintenance clause is enforceable. Here's what parents should know before signing.

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94
Article

The Airbnb rulebook is changing

02 July 2026

New rules could reshape the future of short-term letting in South Africa. Stay ahead of the changes.

READ MORE
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Fee or tax? The court decides

02 July 2026

A landmark judgment draws a clear line between City of Cape Town municipal service charges and unlawful taxes.

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Pay first... maybe not

02 July 2026

A recent court judgment reminds SARS that fairness matters too. See what this means for taxpayers.

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Spam no more?

02 July 2026

The new opt-out registry is here. Discover what it means for marketers and consumers alike.

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Passing the baton

02 July 2026

A successful family business deserves a successful future. Learn why succession planning should start long before retirement.

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Workplace rules rewritten

01 July 2026

Major labour law reforms are on the horizon. Find out how the proposed changes could affect your business.

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A new era for parental leave

01 July 2026

South Africa's parental leave framework is changing. Are your workplace policies keeping up?

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Before Issuing Summons: Legal and Cost Considerations for Businesses

10 June 2026

When a commercial dispute escalates, and payment or performance remains outstanding, litigation may appear to be the logical next step.... However, issuing summons is not simply an administrative step. It is a strategic decision that carries financial, procedural, and legal implications.

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When ads take flight… and cross the line

28 May 2026

A Checkers Sixty60 TikTok ad was ruled misleading, reminding brands that creativity must stay truthful.

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Smarter contracts for better infrastructure

28 May 2026

GCC 2025 introduces clearer, fairer construction contract terms to improve project delivery and collaboration.

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Who owns what AI creates?

28 May 2026

AI-generated works are raising new questions in copyright law about who, if anyone, owns the rights.

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Not all leases are created equal

28 May 2026

Protection under the Consumer Protection Act for residential leases depends on the landlord’s ordinary course of business.

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When borders disappear in insolvency

28 May 2026

A recent judgment shows that insolvency is increasingly viewed as a single cross-border estate rather than a local process.

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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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