A recent Supreme Court of Appeal judgment is a useful reminder that not every residential lease is automatically governed by the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 (CPA), and that a court cannot sidestep...

In property transactions, Powers of Attorney are frequently used, particularly where a Seller or Purchaser is abroad, unavailable, or otherwise unable to sign transfer documents personally.

In property transactions within developments, many practitioners and purchasers are familiar with the traditional Offer to Purchase (OTP) structure.

While some high-profile share swaps in the retail and lifestyle sector have left a bitter aftertaste, it is important to remember that not all corporate restructures are cautionary tales.

South Africa's rich cultural diversity influences our legal system, particularly in recognising marriages.

Section 28(2) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996, read with section 9 of the Children's Act 38 of 2005, provides that the child's best interests are of paramount importance...

The Devil Wears Prada is more than a cultural phenomenon—it's a complex intellectual property ecosystem involving multiple rights holders, from the original author to the luxury brand itself. This analysis examines how copyright, trademark, and personality rights intersect to create a legally sustainable framework that enables both creative freedom and commercial exploitation in the entertainment industry.

Section 45 of the Income Tax Act 58 of 1962 (the "ITA") provides a valuable tax deferral mechanism for corporate groups wishing to reorganise their internal structures without incurring immediate tax consequences.

Beginselgebaseerde onderhandelinge tydens IP-waardasie vereis dat entrepreneurs finansiële state, ROI, beleggersrisiko en volhoubaarheid strategies verstaan.

The sale of a tenanted property often creates uncertainty regarding the handling of tenant deposits, lease agreements, and the responsibilities of managing agents. One recurring dispute arises when ownership of a property changes and the tenant remains in occupation under a new lease agreement with the purchaser.

Instalment sale agreements offer flexibility in South African property transactions, but many purchasers misunderstand when transfer duty becomes payable. Under Section 20 of the Alienation of Land Act, transfer duty liability may arise at the date of agreement signature—long before ownership actually transfers—creating unexpected financial obligations that require careful legal and tax planning from the outset.

In South Africa, it is important for business owners and directors to be aware of the tools available to them should they face financial distress.

When a company faces liquidation, winding-up or deregistration the instinct might be to brace for tax consequences, but section 47 of the Income Tax Act 58 of 1962...

The question arose whether the Property Practitioner's Act, 22 of 2022 is applicable on non-profit retirement villages that manage, rent, and own immovable property for a select...

In today’s residential property environment, how you own property is often as important as what you buy. Increasingly, South African investors and high-value homeowners are re-examining traditional ownership...

Section 44 of the Income Tax Act 58 of 1962(the "ITA") provides targeted tax relief for companies undergoing a genuine consolidation through an amalgamation, merger, or conversion.

When a product breaks, the question of liability arises. Should the consumer, the supplier or the manufacturer carry the cost?

When the residential property market slows down, Sellers often start considering alternative methods to secure a sale. One option frequently suggested by Agents is selling a private residential property by auction.

Cohabitation relationships refer to the act of living together with someone in an intimate and committed relationship without being married or in a civil partnership.

In South African property transactions, the Electrical Certificate of Compliance (“ECOC”) is a critical legal requirement that ensures the safety and regulatory compliance of electrical installations.