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Unpacking the legal developments in Fintech in South Africa – tokenisation
6th September 2022 A tokenised security is a tradable, blockchain-based financial asset representing an investment in another asset. The concept of tokenisation,... →
“Good Faith” and “Ubuntu” in contracts
2nd September 2022 The concept of good faith, or bonae fidel (Roman – Dutch), has been and still remains central to the nature of contracts. In the last two decades,... →
An inside scoop into debt collecting
2nd September 2022 Section 65A(1) of the Magistrate’s Court Act 32 of 1944, in the District Court, is a procedure to inquire into the financial position of such... →
Why it is Important to Ensure Cession Agreements are in Writing?
1st September 2022 A cession occurs when a cedent transfers their personal right to a cessionary. There are two types of cessions: out and out cession and cession... →
Just put your Name on the Dotted Line
1st September 2022 People often find themselves in contractual disputes and are unsure whether the type of contract they entered is valid. There are five elements or... →
Can an employee give notice to avoid a disciplinary hearing?
1st July 2022 A common misconception exists that termination of the employment contract can be done by way of a unilateral act. Although tendering resignation... →
Termination of Employment While on Probation
30th June 2022 When you get accepted for a job you have applied for, there is usually a three (3) month probation period attached to it before you become... →
The Value in value-based pricing models for law firms
30th June 2022 Value-based pricing is the new kid on the block for many law firms. However, it is statistically proven to be the model which shows the highest... →
