You’ll often come across the term “alimony” (from the Latin “alimonia”, meaning “nourishment” or “support”) in American movies and series….
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Imagine tucking into a delicious hamburger at your favourite restaurant, only to suddenly feel a sharp pain in your throat and realise that something awful is stuck there
Occasional disagreements are inevitable in all relationships, but when they spiral out of control to the extent that the directors of a company go to war with each other, the resulting deadlock can make it impossible for the company to continue operating.
Divorce is one of life’s most stressful events, and the process can seem overwhelming. But it needn’t be a legal nightmare.
“Time shall unfold what plighted cunning hides.” (William Shakespeare, in King Lear)
A nolle prosequi (Latin for “do not want to pursue”) is a formal certificate issued by the National Prosecuting Authority…
“I charge you by the law.” (William Shakespeare in The Merchant of Venice)
Unlawfully forcing an employee to retire at “normal retirement age” could amount to automatically unfair age discrimination – and lead to the employer paying out a compensation order of two years’ earnings.
July is Mandela Month, giving us a perfect opportunity to talk about how the concept of ubuntu has impacted South African law.
It’s easy to lose sight of deadlines in all the excitement of a home sale, but the consequences of letting a deadline expire can be dire.