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The first few hours after an arrest and what you need to know
Civil Law

The first few hours after an arrest and what you need to know

22 September 2026

An arrest is disorienting, for the person being arrested and for the family watching it unfold.

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Antenuptial Contracts in South Africa
Family Law

Antenuptial Contracts in South Africa

8 June 2026

Why Your Antenuptial Contract Matters More Than You Think

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When Paperwork Blocks Justice: What the RAF Judgment Means for Claimants in South Africa
Personal Injury

When Paperwork Blocks Justice: What the RAF Judgment Means for Claimants in South Africa

11 May 2026

A form is never just paperwork. What the RAF judgment means for claimants in South Africa when missing documents stand between them and compensation.

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The RAF Cannot Exclude Undocumented Foreigners from Claiming Compensation
Legal Updates

The RAF Cannot Exclude Undocumented Foreigners from Claiming Compensation

17 April 2026

RAF v Mudawo & Others and RAF v Lyton & Others [2026] ZASCA 54 — 16 April 2026

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Stepparents and Child Maintenance
Family Law

Stepparents and Child Maintenance

8 April 2026

What a Recent Court Ruling Means for South African Families

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Divorce | van der Merwe Attorneys Inc.
Family Law

Divorce in South Africa – What It Really Means and How to Take the Next Step

1 April 2026

If you are thinking about it, or already on that road, understanding what it involves in South Africa can make all the difference.

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