Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Although access to justice is a bedrock to democracy, no right is absolute.
Tuesday, August 8, 2023
The franchise relationship is largely governed by the provisions of the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 ("the CPA").
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Hopelessly insolvent! Abuse of the court process! Intentionally orchestrated delaying tactic!
Thursday, March 23, 2023
The mere mention of the word "T A X" can cause a frown. Most people find it both daunting and challenging to deal with their own taxes.
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Pippa Hudson from Cape Talk discusses the new rights of franchisees with franchise expert Charl Groenewald.
Monday, August 17, 2020
In recognizing the need for an alternative forum to resolve Company Law related disputes quickly, the Department of Trade Industry and Competition, by introducing the Companies Act No. 71 of 2008 (the "Act"), established the statutory body known as the Companies Tribunal (the "Tribunal"). The Tribunal specifically presides over matters falling under the jurisdiction of the Act including disputes related to Company Law.
Monday, June 8, 2020
In these trying times it is likely that we will see an increase in the number of companies that are unable to pay their creditors on time. What is the board of a company to do when it becomes clear that the company will default on its debt obligations in the coming months? Surely it's acceptable to simply push through, ask for an indulgence to pay late, play for time...all in the hope that this is merely temporary and all will be well again post-Covid. Or is it? It may not be that simple for many companies.
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Shareholders are motivated to invest more in financial markets when their rights are protected in terms of regulated rules. They are more inclined to invest in a country which has effective legal regulations, which leads to the development of the financial markets. This, in turn, allows scope for earning a favourable return on investment.
Thursday, March 5, 2020
From 1 January 2020 all companies (large or small, trading or dormant, private, public, incorporated, etc.) must complete the CIPC's new compliance checklist prior to filing its annual return.
Sunday, March 1, 2020
An amendment of s25 of the Constitution has been on the cards for a while. It is specifically aimed at, supposedly, enabling expropriation of land without compensation.
