In the context of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE), ownership is one of the key elements of measurement.

The ongoing business rescue proceedings of Mango Airlines (Pty) Ltd ("Mango") have raised key legal considerations surrounding the cession of creditor claims during corporate restructurings.

A recent judgment of the North West High Court, Mahikeng, has provided welcome clarity on an issue that does not often receive direct judicial attention.

Platform takedown tools offer speed, but not legal certainty. This article examines the practical tensions between internal enforcement mechanisms and formal court proceedings for rights holders navigating online...

Innovation often relies on collaborations between operational companies and outsourced development specialists.

Trade dress (TD) protection is a form of non-traditional mark that business owners should consider when expanding their intellectual property (IP) portfolio.

In the previous article, we explored the powers and limits of the Commissioner in Section 417 enquiries.

The principles that underpin effective dispute resolution-strategy, structure, and collaboration – are not unique to the legal profession.

The gap between the Court Aquo's decision v the SCA decision on Kenneth Paul Els V The Memorable Order of Tin Hats v Kenneth Paul Els (M.O.T.H.) (241/2017) (2019) ZAGPJHC 77 (7 March 2019).

A recent Western Cape High Court judgment has drawn an important line between enforcing road traffic laws and unlawfully depriving someone of their freedom.

A company that finds itself in a financially distressed position by nature has limited financial resources available, including the resources to attend to the payment for professional services rendered.

Conducting a Legal Audit for Compliance in South Africa: Why It Matters and How to Do It Right...

In South Africa, you must give formal notice to your spouse when filing for divorce. This notice is delivered in person by the sheriff of the court.

The role of the Family Advocate is to take the best interests of the minor children/child into consideration and to promote these interests in order to make a decision regarding their care, contact...

A parent may either have full or specific parental responsibilities and rights in respect of a minor child.

The Supreme Court of Appeal had to consider the question whether an insurer is entitled to repayment of the amounts already paid to the insured...

Trade marks are valuable assets for businesses, and they can be utilised in various ways to achieve commercial benefits.

What happens when an auction reserve price (for immovable property) has not been reached in terms of Uniform Rule 46A? Rule 46A of the Uniform Rules of Court aims to regulate the manner...

When deciding whether a party should be evicted, a Court must take into consideration all relevant circumstances and factors, and then determine whether the eviction would be just and equitable.

Intellectual property is a key factor in what sets a business apart from its competitors. As such, the protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights are essential to preserving the value of those assets.