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As the cost of living continues to soar, South Africans are struggling to stay afloat financially. We’re not trying to be naysayers or spread doom and gloom, but this is the reality for many people. At LAW FOR ALL, we understand how easy it can be to buckle under financial pressure and make mistakes. So we thought it sensible to put together savvy legal tips to combat debt and help you survive these financially trying times. 1. Renegotiate Your Lease Agreements. If you haven’t paid your rent in the last few months, you are not alone. In fact, one in every four South Africans

They say that nothing in this life is certain, except for dying and paying taxes. Yes, filing a tax return is one of the many inescapable (and sometimes nasty) realities of being a working adult. It’s a legal requirement and failing to file a tax return could land you in serious legal trouble. Though, with a bit of guidance, you can make the most of the tax season and put some much-needed cash back in your pocket. As LAW FOR ALL’s tax specialist, Hanlie Brand, puts it “Many taxpayers get a bit overwhelmed by the whole tax filing process and end up skipping it altogether. Still, it’s worth

More and more South Africans are opting for divorce. According to the latest research by StatsSA, divorces in South Africa increased by 0,3% to 25 326 in 2016. Needless to say, the divorce process can be quite messy and stressful, especially when children are involved, and now many believe that the divorce process discriminates against good dads. Dads are at a disadvantage from the get-go In

We’ve often celebrated or, at times, been outraged by certain sentences that have been imposed on criminals for various heinous or illegal acts. The general public either agrees that with the sentence and feels as though the punishment fits the crime, or is convinced that justice wasn’t served. Essentially, how jail time is determined in South Africa depends on various factors. Who determines the appropriate sentence in South Africa? The trials courts of South Africa are primarily responsible for sentencing. It is well within their discretion to determine the type

Life is filled with uncertainty and often throws us curveballs. While we can’t prevent the unexpected from happening, we can take out various insurance policies to minimise everyday risks and safeguard our finances. From vehicle and household insurance to income protection and life insurance, having one or all these insurance policies in place should give some peace of mind. Being covered doesn’t necessarily mean that a pay-out is guaranteed should you submit a claim. Year after year, thousands of South African are left frustrated after their insurance claims are either partially or entirely denied. But, there are

You never know when you are going to need legal assistance. We’ve all heard of situations where something small and seemingly insignificant snowballed into something that can have massive and life-changing consequences. This applies to legal implications as well, and an ‘honest mistake’ can sometimes lead to a criminal charges and jail time. A father’s struggle to clear his name This was almost the case for a father in the Eastern Cape, who landed in legal hot water after being distracted by

We’ve all heard the saying “two’s a company, three’s a crowd.” And, while most people are happy having one significant other, others don’t find a relationship with three, four (or more) partners that crowded. Progressively, people around the word, and in South Africa are embracing polyamorous relationships. Recently, a British therapist named Mary Crumpton made headlines in the UK by going public with her polyamorous relationship. Speaking to the Huffington

Over the last few months, the words “private prosecution” have been making headlines, and it’s solely because controversial lobby group AfriForum launched the country’s first private prosecutions unit. But what exactly is a private prosecution? Well, in most cases, South Africa’s National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) decides whether or not to go ahead with prosecuting someone. If the NPA rejects the case, the law does allow for someone to pursue a private prosecution, even though it isn’t specifically detailed in the Constitution. The two types of private prosecutions

While we all want to live our lives as peacefully as possible, an encounter with crime in South Africa is, unfortunately, very likely. This can be a very traumatic and stressful experience, and often people feel powerless, but this is where the criminal justice system comes into play. The purpose of the law is not only to protect citizens but to empower South Africans and give them peace of mind when it comes to getting justice for crimes committed against them. Using the criminal procedure, citizens have