Most leave disputes are preventable. Recent judgments show exactly where employers go wrong — and how employees should protect their rights.
Van Wyk has recalibrated South Africa’s parental leave landscape. We explain the court’s ruling, interim directions, and how to update policies compliantly.
Expecting? Advising a team member? This article demystifies maternity leave, workplace safety, UIF, return-to-work — and highlights rulings on pregnancy discrimination.
Leave law isn’t just dates on a calendar — it’s a set of rights and duties shaped by statute and the courts. Here’s the practical guide every employee and employer needs.
A Pretoria High Court has sided with a widow who was misled into signing over her home under the guise of a “loan.” The court cancelled the fraudulent transfer, reinstated her ownership, and confirmed that South African courts will protect property rights against fraud. This case serves as a powerful reminder: deceptive property deals can be undone.
Not every eviction application succeeds. Under the PIE Act, courts weigh fairness and dignity. Here are the key defences tenants can raise — and why landlords must tread carefully.
Eviction law is never a shortcut. The PIE Act sets out a strict procedure, and skipping steps can derail a landlord’s case. Here’s the full journey from notice to enforcement.
South African eviction law is not as simple as asking a tenant to leave. The PIE Act protects both landlords and occupiers by requiring courts to consider fairness, human rights, and due process. This guide unpacks the rules, processes, and lessons from landmark cases.
In Shezi v L.V.L & Another (2023), a High Court confronted an eviction application under the PIE Act. The judgment reminds us that eviction is not automatic — notice, opportunity to oppose, and fairness are essential.
Contracts are part of daily life—whether renting a flat, signing for a loan, or accepting a job offer. Here’s what South Africans need to know to protect themselves.
