A case summary written by Ayanda Motlou and checked by Stefan Bezuidenhout 21 May 2021 Background Mmusi Maimane (“the third Respondent”), the leader of the opposition in the National Assembly at that time, lodged a complaint with the Public Protector (“the Applicant”), in which he sought that the Applicant investigates allegations that former President Jacob

Written by Angela Paschalides, Candidate Attorney, checked by Michal Asoulin, Senior Associate and released by Charlotte Clark, Solicitor of England and Wales 20 May 2021 Background The High Court of Justice of England and Wales (Commercial Court, Business and Property Courts) (the “Court”) heard an application for an extension of time in relation to service

Written by Eileen Dexter, Candidate Attorney and Dingumuzi Ndhlovu, Associate Introduction In today’s world with the COVID-19 pandemic running rampant in our daily lives, there are many employees that are still unsure about what their working hours should be and if they are entitled to leave when needed. Some employees are still under the impression

Written by Lesai Seema, Candidate Attorney, and checked by Ayanda David Katjitae, Associate, and released by Chantelle Gladwin-Wood 19 May 2021 Introduction The South African (“SA”) Department of Home Affairs (“the Home Affairs”) is the body responsible for overseeing the determination and safeguarding of the identity and status of citizens and the regulation of immigration.

Written by S’negugu Dlamini, Candidate Attorney and checked by Jordan Dias, Associate and released by Maike Gohl 17 May 2021 Introduction According to legislation, a child is entitled to reasonable maintenance which is to provide for his/her clothing, housing, dental and medical care, and education. Both parents have a legal duty to maintain their children

Written by Megan Brook, Candidate Attorney and checked by Jordan Dias, Associate and released by Sarah Thackwell 14 May 2021 BACKGROUND FACTS Background factsThe employer conducts a catering business that provides services to a number of customers, including Life St George’s Hospital. The employee was appointed as the employer’s project manager on-site at the said

The consequences of marriages concluded out of community of property with the application of the accrual system Written by Alisha Naik, Associate Designate and checked by Pierre van der Merwe, Partner 11 May 2021 INTRODUCTION Part 1 of this 2-part series explored the three options available to couples relating to the various matrimonial property regimes

Written by Alisha Naik, Associate Designate and checked by Pierre van der Merwe, Partner Introduction Getting married can be one of the most exciting, busiest, and frustrating times of your life. In addition to planning for the wedding, one must not forget to consider the legal aspects thereof – before the solemnization of the marriage

Written by Alisha Naik, Associate Designate and checked by Jordan Dias, Associate 11 May 2021 BACKGROUND Whilst in the employ of the Premier and Director General of Mpumalanga (“the Defendants”), Ms Catherine Churchill (“the Plaintiff”) was assaulted by protestors during a labour protest at her place of employment. Alleging that she had developed permanent acute

An analysis of the recent ruling of Uber South Africa Technology Services (Pty) Ltd v National Union of Public Service and Allied Workers (NUPSAW) and Others (C449/17) [2018] ZALCCT 1 Written by Pierre van der Merwe, Partner and Jordan Dias, Candidate Attorney 26 January 2018 Introduction Uber B.V., a company incorporated in the Netherlands, conducts