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Insights into Law: Articles, Analysis, and Legal Perspectives


LEFT BEHIND: THE CRISIS OF HOSPITAL-ABANDONED BABIES IN SOUTH AFRICA
In hospitals across South Africa, a silent crisis is unfolding. Newborns—many healthy and viable—are being abandoned by mothers who feel...
6 days ago


Urgent Applications for Child Support: Beyond “Blood on the Wall”
When parents turn to the High Court’s urgent roll for immediate maintenance relief, they often hear that only matters with “blood on the...
Aug 5


THE DIGITAL LAW COMPANY AND ITS FIGHT AGAINST ABUSERS AND THEIR TECH IMMUNITY
Introduction The distribution of sexually explicit images and videos of children continues to plague social media platforms. In early...
Jul 29


INTRODUCING CHATGPT AGENTS: WHAT THIS MEANS FOR SOUTH AFRICA
In the ever-evolving world of technology, a new innovation is poised to transform how South Africans live, work, and do business. ChatGPT...
Jul 22


PROFESSIONAL COMPOSURE: THE ETHICAL FOUNDATION OF LEGAL PRACTICE
One question I hear frequently is: "How do you stay so calm or professional when your clients are in crisis?" It's a fair question....
Jul 15


PROTECTION ORDERS IN SOUTH AFRICA: MISUSED OR NECESSARY?
In South Africa, protection orders are an essential component of the legal system that protects people from stalking, harassment,...
Jul 8


WHAT SHOULD YOU EXPECT FROM SAPS AT A CRIME SCENE
In South Africa, crime is an unfortunate reality that touches nearly every community. Understanding the role of the South African Police...
Jul 1


NAVIGATING CCMA ARBITRATIONS: HOW GITTINS ATTORNEYS CAN HELP EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES
In South Africa, the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation, and Arbitration (“CCMA”) plays a crucial role in resolving disputes between...
Jun 24


VICTIMS ABROAD, CRIMINALS AT HOME: SOUTH AFRICAN SCAM COMPANIES
Introduction In recent years, South Africa has gained unwanted attention for being a base of operations for companies running...
Jun 17
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