Article#Metoo – What Comes Next?It is the unfortunate state of affairs that sexual harassment in the workplace constantly rears its ugly headSouth AfricaEmployment and HRSchoemanLaw Inc.
ArticleWithdrawal Of An Offer Of Employment – Is That A Dismissal?The question is really – when does the employment relationship start? In my view, the start of the relationship is often blurred on receipt of an offer – before it is accepted. South AfricaEmployment and HRSchoemanLaw Inc.
ArticleAre The Future Of Antenuptial Contracts In The Balance?The onus will be on the individual spouse to prove that they directly or indirectly contributed to the other spouse's estate when instituting Section 7(3). South AfricaFamily and MatrimonialSchoemanLaw Inc.
ArticleThe Digital Turn Of BankingTraditionally banks provided the function of acting as an intermediary between a client and endpoint chosen by such client. South AfricaFinance and BankingSchoemanLaw Inc.
ArticleHow Parties Should Conduct Themselves During MediationFor a few years now, it has been compulsory to consider Mediation as a dispute resolution mechanism, even in litigation. If parties refuse without basis, there could be severe consequences.South AfricaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationSchoemanLaw Inc.
ArticleShow Me The Money!The current financial climate has contributed to significant growth to most creditor's debtor books. Considering same, most credit providers who are unfamiliar with this position...South AfricaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationSchoemanLaw Inc.
ArticleLegal Battle Between Samsung And SARS Over Device ClassificationThe Gauteng Division of the High Court recently decided on a very interesting matter between technology giant Samsung and the South African Revenue Services (hereinafter referred to as ‘SARS'). South AfricaMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentSchoemanLaw Inc.
ArticleCan A Positive Covid Test Get You Fired?With the unexpected emergence of the COVID- 19 pandemic, many South Africans were caught off guard and left uncertain about how this pandemic would impact the workplace and the employer-employee relationship.South AfricaEmployment and HRSchoemanLaw Inc.
ArticleChild Maintenance: An OverviewThe relationship between a parent, and their child creates rights, duties and responsibilities that are enforceable by law.South AfricaFamily and MatrimonialSchoemanLaw Inc.
ArticlePolitical Interference And Your Right To A Fair TrialEvery accused has the right to a fair trial in terms of sections 12 and 35 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa Act 108 of 1996 (the "Constitution"). South AfricaGovernment, Public SectorSchoemanLaw Inc.
ArticleBusiness Litigation: Unpacking The Dreaded Term… Debt CollectionIt is not uncommon for businesses to sell goods or services to consumers on credit. However, once a consumer has accepted a credit agreement, they become liable for the payment of that debtSouth AfricaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationSchoemanLaw Inc.
ArticleLease Agreements During #COVID Lockdown – Possible Relief For Retail Rental SectorThe unfolding COVID-19 crisis will have many long-lasting and unforeseen economic impacts on the global economy. Of the many concerns is what a general 21-day lockdown will mean for business ...South AfricaReal Estate and ConstructionSchoemanLaw Inc.
ArticleDeduction And Recoupment Of Expenditure On Repairs –SARS Provides GuidanceOn the 6th of August 2013 SARS released an interpretation note which seeks to shed some light on the interpretation of section 11(d) of the Income Tax Act (Act 58 of 1962) which allows a deduction for expenditure incurred on repairs for the purposes of trade. South AfricaTaxSchoemanlaw Inc
ArticleThe Definition Of A "Competitor" And Why It Is Important To KnowIn the recent judgement of INTER-WASTE (PTY) LTD versus VIAN SMITH and a TMS GROUP INDUSTRIAL SERVICES (PTY) LTD (Labour Court – Reportable case: J 197/2021), the Court had to determine whether the...South AfricaEmployment and HRSchoemanLaw Inc.
Article#Covid-19: Am I Covered For Medical Expenses?If not by experience; we all have at least heard one recollection of an event from a friend, colleague or family member, where a medical aid scheme has rejected cover for a specified medicine or medical procedure.South AfricaCoronavirus (COVID-19)SchoemanLaw Inc.
ArticleDevelopments In Corporate Governance FrameworksThe King IV Report on Corporate Governance" in South Africa1 was published in 2016 and is the current South African applicable corporate governance code.South AfricaCorporate/Commercial LawSchoemanLaw Inc.
ArticleLaw Of Contract: Unpacking Electronic SignaturesWith technology taking over the world, it has become essential for our law to keep up with the times and develop legal mechanisms in accordance with digital advancements.South AfricaCorporate/Commercial LawSchoemanLaw Inc.
ArticleBeware Of Instant Credit!The National Credit Act 34 of 2005 (the "Act") regulates the extension of credit in South Africa and aims to protect consumers against unscrupulous credit providers.South AfricaConsumer ProtectionSchoemanLaw Inc.
Article#Covid19 - What Are Landlords And Tenants To Do Now?Lately both landlords and tenants are concerned about the future. South AfricaCoronavirus (COVID-19)SchoemanLaw Inc.
ArticleCOVID-19 May Not Be Killing Your Employees, But It Could Be Killing Your Business. Is Retrenchment An Instant Option?South Africans are in a state of COVID-19 information overload and Employers and Employees alike are finding themselves in circumstances where information is either unreliable or presently...South AfricaCoronavirus (COVID-19)SchoemanLaw Inc.