Wednesday, March 19, 2025
The use of social media is increasing exponentially, and its use by medical practitioners is no exception
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
The case of M.M v T.M (2023/012335) [2024] ZAGPHC 835, which deals with the complexities of maintenance pendente lite and financial disclosures, raises significant issues concerning Rule 43 applications.
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Section 163(1) of the Tax Administration Act, 28 of 2011 (the Act), provides as follows:
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Parental alienation refers to the process by which one parent systematically undermines the relationship between a child and the other parent.
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Arbitration is an alternative, and at times more suitable, option to litigation. The right or obligation to arbitrate is often included in contracts between parties, or in arbitration agreements, whereby the parties choose to arbitrate rather than litigate should disagreements arise.
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
When faced with the delicate issue of disclosing patient information, Rule 13 of the Ethical Rules of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) is clear: a medical practitioner may only divulge information with the patient's express consent.
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
In today's digital age, the protection of personal information is of paramount importance, especially for professionals handling sensitive data, such as healthcare providers.
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Attorneys often have to remind each other that although this conflict-ridden, litigious environment is our norm, the day a layperson is served with a legal document is often the most stressful day of their lives.
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
The Road Accident Fund Act 56 of 1996 (hereinafter “the Act”) was promulgated to protect and promote the socio-economic rights of victims of motor vehicle accidents (see Mbele v RAF 2017 (2) SA 34 (SCA). The undertaking contained in a section 17(4)(a) certificate is one of the methods used to achieve the purposes of the Act.
Tuesday, August 6, 2024
In the dynamic landscape of commerce and business in South Africa, resolving disputes efficiently and effectively is crucial for maintaining business relationships and fostering economic growth.
