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The business judgment rule: how the Companies Act of 2008 is impacting on directors’ duties
7th August 2013 Introduction Not only has the Companies Act 71 of 2008 (the “Act”) changed our entire corporate landscape, but it has also transformed the roles... →
Trusts and property transfers – Dangerous ground
9th July 2013 Estate agents and conveyancers need to be on guard when they hear the word “trust” in relation to a transaction for the sale of immoveable... →
The distinction between living wills and powers of attorney
10th June 2013 Introduction: The purpose of a living will is to guide the family and doctors when you are in a medical state from which you cannot recover, and... →
The U-care case: An opportunity lost 
15th April 2013 Most parts of the developed and developing world felt the effects of the banking crisis of 2007/2008 to some degree or another. Numerous reasons... →
Business rescue proceedings as set out in Southern Palace Investments 265 Pty Ltd vs Midnight Storm Investments 386 Pty Ltd 2012 2 SA 423 − Whose interests are really protected?
By: Creamer Media Reporter 6th March 2013 Introduction The newly introduced concept of business rescue (in terms of the Companies Act of 2008) has inspired a lot of discussion in the last... →
The use of settlement agreements in divorce proceedings
6th February 2013 Introduction When couples divorce the patrimonial implications of the dissolution of their union can be catastrophic. It is therefore important... →
The RAF compensation system should not be abused
28th January 2013 In South Africa, the system of road accident fund compensation is an integral part of the country’s social security programs. In a nutshell, the... →
Suspensive conditions in contracts of sale of immovable property
7th December 2012 When a contract is subject to a suspensive condition, the contract comes into effect only if the condition is met. On a practical level, this can... →
