by elijah | Jan 16, 2026 | Blog
A protection order is not merely a civil directive; it is a court order carrying direct criminal consequences. Breaching a protection order constitutes a serious offence under South African law and is treated by courts with a high degree of severity. The legal...
by elijah | Jan 16, 2026 | Blog
Emergency protection orders occupy a critical space within South Africa’s domestic violence jurisprudence. They are designed to provide immediate, short-term judicial intervention in situations where delay would expose a complainant to imminent harm. While often...
by elijah | Jan 16, 2026 | Blog
A protection order is one of the most critical legal remedies available to individuals subjected to domestic violence. It is designed to provide immediate, enforceable protection against abusive conduct while preserving the constitutional rights of all parties...
by elijah | Jan 16, 2026 | Blog
Domestic violence remains one of the most complex and misunderstood areas of family law. Contrary to popular belief, domestic violence is not limited to physical assault. South African law adopts a broad, rights-based definition that recognises the many ways in which...
by elijah | Jan 13, 2026 | Blog
Introduction Life partnerships, defined as long-term committed relationships between unmarried partners, are increasingly common in South Africa. Despite the emotional and financial commitment involved, life partners do not enjoy the same automatic legal protections...
by elijah | Jan 13, 2026 | Blog
Introduction Inheritance law can be a complex and sensitive issue for unmarried partners in South Africa. Unlike married spouses, unmarried partners do not automatically have rights to inherit from each other’s estates under the Intestate Succession Act or other...
