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Article written by Alisha Naik, Candidate Attorney, checked by Jordan Dias, Associate and released by Pierre van der Merwe, Partner at Schindlers Attorneys 12 November 2021 INTRODUCTION Whilst South Africans possess the constitutionally protected right to freedom of expression, it is important to remember that this right is limited. When one exceeds the limitations imposed,

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Article written by Stefano de Gouveia, Candidate Attorney, checked by Simone Jansen van Rensburg, Associate and released by Pierre van der Merwe 04 November 2021 INTRODUCTION Notarial bonds are a special form of security which may be utilised in addition to the traditional forms of security, such as mortgage bonds, pledges, suretyships or cessions to
Article written by Alisha Naik, Associate Designate, checked and released by Pierre van der Merwe, Partner at Schindlers Attorneys 11 October 2021 INTRODUCTION The purpose of employment policies (“policies“) is for employers to establish and communicate to employees acceptable, appropriate, ethical, and constructive conduct in the workplace. Well-written, clear policies, supported by effective disciplinary procedures,
Employer’s COVID-19 Obligations Written by Precious Mmako, Candidate Attorney, checked by Jordan Dias, Associate and released by Pierre van der Merwe, Partner at Schindlers Attorneys 23 August 2021 EMPLOYER’S OBLIGATIONS Introduction COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by a virus that has previously not been scientifically identified in humans, which emerged during 2019 and was
When will an electronic signature not be accepted? Article was written by Precious Mmako, Candidate Attorney, checked by Jordan Dias, Associate, and released by Pierre van der Merwe, Partner at Schindlers Attorneys 18 June 2021 Introduction A signature refers to a stylistic representation of a person’s name, surname and/or initials that is applied to a
When is a restraint of trade valid and enforceable? Article written by Precious Mmako, Candidate Attorney, checked by Jordan Dias, Associate at Schindlers Attorneys, and released by Pierre van der Merwe, Partner at Schindlers Attorneys. 15 June 2021 RESTRAINT OF TRADE: HOW DOES IT WORK? Introduction A restraint of trade is a provision generally found
The consequences of marriages concluded out of community of property with the application of the accrual system Written by Alisha Naik, Associate Designate and checked by Pierre van der Merwe, Partner 11 May 2021 INTRODUCTION Part 1 of this 2-part series explored the three options available to couples relating to the various matrimonial property regimes
Written by Alisha Naik, Associate Designate and checked by Pierre van der Merwe, Partner Introduction Getting married can be one of the most exciting, busiest, and frustrating times of your life. In addition to planning for the wedding, one must not forget to consider the legal aspects thereof – before the solemnization of the marriage
An analysis of the recent ruling of Uber South Africa Technology Services (Pty) Ltd v National Union of Public Service and Allied Workers (NUPSAW) and Others (C449/17) [2018] ZALCCT 1 Written by Pierre van der Merwe, Partner and Jordan Dias, Candidate Attorney 26 January 2018 Introduction Uber B.V., a company incorporated in the Netherlands, conducts
By Alisha Naik, Candidate Attorney and Pierre van der Merwe, Partner Introduction As of 1 May 2020, South Africa entered an “Alert Level 4” of lockdown, down from the previous Alert Level 5. This has warranted amendments to specific regulations in order to enable the safe and compliant reopening of certain permitted business enterprises across