Insights into Law: Articles, Analysis, and Legal Perspectives

If you have been meaning to “get your succession plan sorted” but it keeps slipping down the priority list, you are not alone. In our day-to-day work we see a consistent pattern: business owners and families generally understand  what  succession planning is, but the plan never gets properly executed. Documents remain unsigned, share registers are outdated, key agreements are missing, and crucial conversations are postponed until a crisis forces everyone’s hand. The irony is

As we enter the festive season, many people behave as though the road laws are also on holiday. In reality, this is exactly when our traffic laws should be taken most seriously to ensure a safe and stress-free break for everyone. Law enforcement shares this concern, which is why roadblocks are a frequent sight during December. For most motorists, being pulled over by the police can feel intimidating - but understanding your rights and responsibilities can ensure a safe, lawfu

Johannesburg has recently experienced severe weather conditions which have impacted homes, vehicles, and businesses across the city. During events like these, most people turn immediately to their insurance policies, hoping their cover will provide them with much needed relief.  However, before rushing into the claims process, it’s essential to understand what you are covered for, how to protect your rights as an insured person, and what to do if your claim is unfairly reject

Tender corruption has become one of the most pressing governance challenges in South Africa, undermining transparency, fairness, and public trust in the state. At its core, tender corruption occurs when public procurement processes are manipulated so that government contracts are awarded based on favouritism, bribery, or political influence rather than merit, capacity, or compliance with legal requirements. This practice distorts competition and diverts resources away from es

Exotic animal ownership in South Africa, particularly in the Johannesburg  metropolitan area, occupies a fraught and controversial space...

As I embark on my two-year-long journey as a candidate attorney, I've come to realise that there are numerous misconceptions surrounding...

In a city grappling with unprecedented challenges, from infrastructure decay to service delivery failures, the role of civil society...

Disputes with municipal services can be challenging and frustrating, particularly when dealing with the City of Johannesburg (COJ). As...