Recently we published an article about the changes in the way the Master’s Office deals with Trust Administration in terms of a Circular issued in March 2017. Some of the other important implications of the amended procedures are: Amendment of Trusts: The Master will in future ensure that amendments comply with the prescribed provisions regarding …
The Master of the High Court recently published a Circular which changes the way in which Trust Administration is handled by the Master’s Office. Some of the most important implications of the changed procedures are: Independent Trustees: Updated requirements and amended forms to be completed by Independent Trustees The Master must, when a Trust is …
Changes in trust administration at the Master’s Office Part one: Trustees Read More »
Recently we published an article about the changes in the way the Master’s Office deals with Trust Administration in terms of a Circular issued in March 2017. Some of the other important implications of the amended procedures are: Amendment of Trusts: The Master will in future ensure that amendments comply with the prescribed provisions regarding …
The default matrimonial property law regime in South Africa is a marriage in community of property. This happens by law if parties sign a marriage register (which is usually signed on the day of the wedding) without having signed an Antenuptial Contract before signing the marriage register. The parties to such a marriage share one …
Antenuptial contracts: With or without the accrual system? Read More »
It is reasonable to want to dismiss an employee for not performing on the job, or failing to meet a specific target. However, Employers should ensure that the targets they set are actually achievable for the employee. If not, they could be found at fault for dismissing an employee who failed to achieve unreasonable targets.Damelin …
Employers Beware: Dismissal for Poor Performance Could Backfire Read More »
The small claims court (SCC) is for any natural person who wants to institute a minor civil claim against someone else. Juristic persons, for instance a company, cannot institute claims in the SCC, but only file a counterclaim. You can also claim against companies and associations. However, the claims are limited to amounts that are …
Having a Will is a final statement of how you want your assets to be managed after your death. However, sometimes you may want to change it. You may have had a child, for example, and want to add him/her into your Will. You may have also acquired more assets and would like to reconsider …
Consumer Protection Act The Consumer Protection Act (CPA) provides for a cooling-off period if a transaction results from direct marketing, allowing a purchaser to get out of a sale agreement. It is often mistakenly thought that this applies to all transactions where the CPA applies. This is not so. Section 16 of the Consumer Protection …
Drawing up a Will and doing Estate Planning may sound like hard work, but here are some reasons why you should do this TODAY: It means that you are providing for your loved ones: In addition to looking after your health and the health of your family, you also should be planning for their financial …
It is the third night this week you cannot sleep, because your new neighbour enjoys playing loud rock music late at night. Being kept up till 2 am every morning is affecting your productivity at work. You talk with your neighbour, but he doesn’t seem to see a problem. What now? Occasional loud noise, if …