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Employee depression

When Depression and Performance Collide: A Wake-Up Call!

Imagine struggling with your job, but not because you don’t want to do well, but because you’re battling something invisible – DEPRESSION! This is the tough reality many employees face, and a recent case in the Labour Court, Abels v University of Stellenbosch, shines a light on how our legal system handles these tricky situations. Mr. Abels worked for the University of Stellenbosch. He was dismissed because of ongoing poor… Read More »When Depression and Performance Collide: A Wake-Up Call!

Neighbour dispute - boundary wall

“My Land, Your Fence”: Boundary Disputes Between Neighbours

Mr Basson and Mr. Lourens were once the best of neighbours. That is, until Mr. Lourens decided to build a “modern” wall between their properties, and do so right through what Mr. Basson claimed was his vegetable garden. “This wall is clearly 47cm onto my erf!” shouted Mr. Basson, holding a faded surveyor map last updated when petrol cost under R5 per litre. Mr. Lourens, sipping his coffee, calmly replied,… Read More »“My Land, Your Fence”: Boundary Disputes Between Neighbours

School Snake park trip

Child’s School Trip Disaster: Suing for Negligence

Hannah, a bright-eyed and bushy-tailed Grade 4 student, was beyond excited for her school’s trip to the reptile park near Stellenbosch. Visions of slithering snakes and majestic crocodiles danced in her head. Her parents had signed all the necessary consent forms, trusting the school to keep their little adventurer safe. Unfortunately, during the “interactive snake handling” session (which, in hindsight, was probably not the best idea for ten-year-olds), Hannah, who… Read More »Child’s School Trip Disaster: Suing for Negligence

Consumer protection rights

Salesman Promised Me a Ferrari, But Delivered a Fiat! Consumer Rights and Dodgy Deals!

We’ve all been there. The salesman with the dazzling smile, the promises smoother than a freshly polished car bonnet, and then… reality hits you like a pothole on a national road. Your new purchase, whether it’s a car, a washing machine, or even a fancy toaster, turns out to be less than advertised. In South Africa, the Consumer Protection Act (CPA) is designed to be your superhero cape against dodgy… Read More »Salesman Promised Me a Ferrari, But Delivered a Fiat! Consumer Rights and Dodgy Deals!

Divorce Couple

He Won’t Sign the Papers, now Your Divorce is a Hostage Negotiation!

“I just want to be free, Sir,” Yolandie said, her voice thick with exhaustion. “He says he won’t sign. He says he still loves me, then he threatens to make my life a misery if I leave. I just… I don’t know what to do.” Yolandie’s situation is heartbreakingly common. You’ve made the difficult decision to end your marriage, but your spouse refuses to cooperate. They might be in denial,… Read More »He Won’t Sign the Papers, now Your Divorce is a Hostage Negotiation!

My Landlord Thinks My Cat Is a Mini-Lion: Understanding Your Rental Rights

Oh, the joys of renting! There’s this lady named Sarah? She found her dream apartment, a quaint little place with a balcony perfect for her beloved ginger cat, called Chairman Meow. The lease, however, was as silent on pets as a mouse in a library. A few blissful months passed, filled with sun-drenched naps for Chairman Meow and peaceful evenings for Sarah. Then out of the blue came a dreaded… Read More »My Landlord Thinks My Cat Is a Mini-Lion: Understanding Your Rental Rights

Ep04 – Legal Representation at Disciplinary Hearings

In episode 4 an employee requested legal representation at a disciplinary hearing and the request was denied. We consider whether legal representation can be allowed at disciplinary hearings and what the status is in our labour law.

Ep03 – Slip and Fall Claims

In this episode we look at the liability of an owner of property or a business when a patron is injured on such property. We consider the requirements for Slip and Fall claims, or Personal Injury Claims.

Preying on the dead!

There’s always vultures circling, awaiting people to pass on, and then sweeping in to prey on the dead.