Nuisance is defined as an occurrence where a person occupying land creates a state of affairs, or allows such state of affairs to exist, that unreasonably, unfairly and materially disturbs or annoys a person occupying another piece of land. Individuals are required to abide by the municipal by-laws and regulations […]
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The Health Professions Act 56 of 1974 outlines medical law in South Africa. The medical profession is considered a noble profession because it helps with inter alia preserving life. Doctors and hospitals are expected to provide medical treatment with all the knowledge and skill at their command, and they should […]
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Unlawful arrest by the members of the SAPS (South African Police Service) can be extremely distressing especially in circumstances where a suspect has not previously been arrested by the police and is innocent of any allegations thereto. In certain instances, our law permits a police officer to execute an arrest […]
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Sadly, in South Africa, domestic violence cases are on the rise and more and more people fall prey to their loved ones (it should be noted that we do not deal with sexes herein, as domestic violence is prevalent amongst all sexes). Domestic violence has devastating consequences on the victim, […]
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Every employee in South Africa has the right to fair labour practices, an environment where a person can work and feel protected within the course and scope of their employment. Dismissal in a place of employment is governed by inter alia the labour relations Act (LRA) Act 66 of […]
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The following scenario is commonplace: An interested candidate applies for a job; The interview concludes successfully; The employer offers the prospective candidate an offer of employment; What is less commonplace, is the situation where the employer, despite the offer being to the satisfaction of both the employer and prospective employee, […]
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It is common cause that many South Africans do not have secure tenure of their homes and the land which they use and are therefore vulnerable to unfair eviction. Our law, in particular the Extension of Security of Tenure Act 62 of 1997, regulates the eviction of vulnerable occupiers in […]
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