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        <description><![CDATA[SchoemanLaw Inc – A leading law firm in Cape Town.

SchoemanLaw Inc Attorneys, Conveyancers and Notaries Public, based in Cape Town, is a boutique law firm offering its clients access to high quality online legal documents and agreements, together with a wide range of legal services.

The firm has an innovative and entrepreneurial mind-set that distinguishes it from other law firms.]]></description>
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            <title>The regulation of fixed-term employment contracts under Section 198B of the Labour Relations Act</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Fixed-term employment contracts remain a common feature of the South African labour market, particularly in industries that rely on project-based work, seasonal labour, temporary increases in operational demands, or externally funded positions. While such contracts serve legitimate business purposes, they have historically been susceptible to abuse, with some employers utilising them to avoid the obligations associated with permanent employment. In response to these concerns, the Labour ...]]></description>
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            <title>Understanding Estoppel in South African law: Requirements, types and practical application</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[The doctrine of estoppel is an important principle in South African law that promotes fairness and good faith in legal relationships. It prevents a person from denying a representation, statement, or course of conduct when another person has reasonably relied on it and has suffered prejudice as a result. The doctrine is designed to prevent injustice by holding parties accountable for the impressions they create and the consequences that flow from them. Estoppel frequently arises in contractual and commercial disputes and serves as a vital mechanism for protecting parties who act in reliance on others' representations. Understanding the requirements and different forms of estoppel is therefore essential in appreciating its role in ensuring certainty and fairness within the legal system. What is Estoppel? ]]></description>
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            <title>When can a creditor apply to liquidate a company? Understanding your rights under South African law</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[For many businesses, unpaid debts can significantly affect cash flow, operations, and long-term sustainability. While ordinary debt collection proceedings are often the appropriate course of action, there are circumstances where a creditor may be entitled to apply for the liquidation of a company.  However, liquidation is not simply another method of recovering an unpaid debt. It is a serious legal process designed to address companies that are unable to pay their debts. Creditors should therefore understand when liquidation is appropriate and when alternative legal proceedings may be more suitable. ]]></description>
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            <description><![CDATA[Launching a website is an exciting milestone for any business. Whether you are selling products, offering professional services, or simply creating an online presence for your brand, your website is often the first interaction potential clients have with your business. While many organisations invest heavily in web design, branding and digital marketing, they frequently overlook one of the most important aspects of their online presence: ensuring their website is legally compliant.  A website ...]]></description>
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            <description><![CDATA[The principle of audi alteram partem—that every person should be afforded an opportunity to be heard—is a cornerstone of South African law. Nevertheless, litigation does not always proceed with the participation of both parties. Where a defendant fails to enter an appearance to defend, deliver the necessary pleadings, or attend court proceedings, a court may grant judgment in favour of the plaintiff by default. Such a judgment can have significant legal and financial consequences, including the enforcement of debts, attachment of assets, and adverse credit implications. Recognising that default judgments may occasionally be granted in circumstances that are unfair or unjust, South African law provides an important remedial mechanism known as rescission of judgment. Rescission allows a party to apply to have a judgment set aside, thereby restoring the opportunity to present a defence and have the matter determined on its merits.]]></description>
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            <description><![CDATA[Introduction The relationship between contractual employment rights and statutory labour protections continues to present complex legal challenges within South African law. Although the Labour Relations Act 66 of 1995 (“the LRA”) establishes a comprehensive framework regulating dismissals and unfair labour practices, it does not displace the contractual foundation upon which employment relationships are built.]]></description>
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            <title>Protecting your visitors' personal data: New rules are coming for security complexes.</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Introduction  Security measures at gated sectional title complexes often require visitors to provide personal information before access is granted. While these practices are intended to promote safety, they also raise important questions about privacy and compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA). The Information Regulator’s draft code on the processing of personal information at gated access signals a move towards clearer rules for how visitor information should be collected, used, stored and protected.]]></description>
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            <title>Buying property through a company, trust, or personal capacity: Which option is right?</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Deciding how to own immovable property is a pivotal step when making such a major financial or strategic investment whether for personal use, business growth, or investment purposes.  This decision requires careful consideration: should the property be acquired in a personal capacity, through a company, or through a trust.]]></description>
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