by Pierre Rousseau | Sep 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
When a sale falls through, most people assume restitution means simply giving back the money and the property. A recent High Court decision shows it is rarely that straightforward, particularly if the property itself has changed in the interim. The ruling explains how...
by Pierre Rousseau | Sep 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Music festivals occupy a unique space in modern society. Although they often take place on private property, their impact extends far beyond the boundaries of that land. While land ownership generally includes the right to use and enjoy one’s property, that...
by Pierre Rousseau | Aug 14, 2026 | Uncategorized
Living in a sectional title complex is great, but it can get confusing when something breaks. Who’s responsible — you or the body corporate? Here’s the simple breakdown: The 2 main types of property in a scheme – Your Section – This is your unit as...
by Pierre Rousseau | Aug 14, 2026 | Uncategorized
The latest dispute concerning access to former President Jacob Zuma’s tax information has prompted many taxpayers to ask whether any privacy remains in relation to information submitted to the South African Revenue Service (“SARS”). While the...
by Pierre Rousseau | Jul 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Does The Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 govern residential lease agreements? The Supreme Court of Appeal answered it definitively in Els v Venter and Another [2025] ZASCA 163, handed down on 27 October 2025. This article outlines the facts of the case and explains...
by Pierre Rousseau | Jul 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Within South African law, a lease agreement is a binding contractual agreement that defines the relationship between a tenant and a landlord, including the respective rights, obligations and appropriate remedies of each party. A well-drafted lease agreement not only...
