Medical Negligence Claims

Medical negligence refers to a negative consequence of a medical treatment that could have been avoided by the medical practitioner. The Health Professions Act 56 of 1974 outlines South African medical law and it should be consulted by any person who suspects a case of medical negligence. What is Medical Negligence? Imagine breaking your leg […]

Considering adoption? Here’s what you need to know

Adoption in South Africa: A Step Towards Growing Your Family Growing your family through adoption is a bold step towards giving another child a loving, comfortable home. The legal age for being able to adopt in South Africa is 18, and it is a process conducted with caution, care and safety. Once the adoption is […]

Co-owning property with someone else: The ups and downs

Key Considerations Before Entering into Co-Ownership What is co-ownership? Co-ownership is when one or more people jointly own the same property. In essence, it is when they legally share ownership without dividing the property into physical portions for their exclusive use. It is thus commonly referred to as co-ownership in undivided shares. It is possible […]

Planning your Estate as newlyweds

For newlyweds, one of the most important tasks to attend to is estate planning. The estate planning will depend on what the couple wants and what form of marriage they are in. It is therefore important to keep the following in mind when planning the years ahead together. Marriage in community of property There is […]