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– By Lizzy Maseko, Chief of Staff at LAW FOR ALL. If you’ve gone on more job interviews than you can remember, you will know that no two are the same. Whether it’s the specific company or the person conducting the interview, there are always different variables that you need to deal with, while trying to best “sell” yourself. Of course, there is a common denominator with all job interviews: you must be as prepared and informed as possible. So, here are some CV tips and interview to-dos for those who want to stand out in the legal crowd. What does LAW FOR ALL

Believe it or not, the festive season is literally around the corner! Yes, 2019 has certainly gone by in a flash, and it’s that time of year when South Africans dig deep into their pockets to make most of the holiday and have a merry time with their friends and family. But it’s also the time when South Africans need to know what their legal rights are to make sure they don’t go down the dark road of debt or find themselves on the wrong side of the law this holiday season. Let’s face it- everyone could do with tips to save money and affordable legal services. Staying on top of and in control of

After months of hard work and dealing with life’s frustrations, you finally decide to take some time out and plan a holiday. While considering your options, you remember that not too long ago, a person in a mall stopped you and asked if you would like to visit a beautiful destination like the one pictured in the brochure he handed you. After a convincing discussion about membership fees and the accumulation of points, before you know it, you’ve signed up for a flexi-club or holiday timeshare scheme in South Africa. And so, you decide to follow up with hopes of cashing in on your points and taking a

You never quite know when life is going to throw a curveball your way: just when you think you are on top of things and all your admin is about to be taken care of, you come across a bill that simply doesn’t make sense. Your electricity reading seems to be very different from last month’s. The reason? There is an astronomical amount you allegedly owe. However, it’s an amount that you are 100% certain is inaccurate. Now, you are wondering how to dispute an electricity bill in South Africa? Is this a regular occurrence? How often do South

Every day, millions of women around the world stare into the mirror, scrutinising every inch of their bodies. They pull, pinch and prod at their features, wondering what it will take to look like the women they see on television and in magazines. Psychologically, they are equating these pictures and representations with success and acceptance. In most cases, the overwhelmingly consistent image is that of a woman with a lighter skin tone, and so, many women think that “ideal image” is what’s needed to be seem as more attractive and more likely to access a privileged status. From there,

By Stanley Greenwood, LAW FOR ALL’s Chief Information Officer. Anyone who tells you that technology, especially artificial intelligence (AI), isn’t going to have a significant impact on almost every industry isn’t clued-up and, quite frankly, shouldn’t be trusted. There is no denying that advancements in the tech space are already changing the way many companies go about doing business. As you finish reading this sentence, there’s probably a company that’s implemented a tech-driven process or product that is setting them apart from

Hands up if you have ever read the T’s&Cs that pop up on your newly downloaded mobile app. If you are still sitting with your arms folded, just know that you are not alone: a 2017 survey by Deloitte found that 90% of people simply click “I Agree” on apps’ terms and conditions without reading them. Of course, it’s not the most enticing content – it’s a pop-up frame with lots and lots of words, and it’s so much easier to just scroll down, click accept and start using

The world is changing at a rapid pace can be a source of significant stress and anxiety for many people around the world. Locally, modern-day living (with all the technological advancements and the uncertainty that comes with that) is proving to have devastating effects on the mental health of South Africans, too. As many as one in six South Africans suffer from anxiety, depression or substance-use problems according to statistics released by the South African

There’s no denying that braaing in South Africa is a favourite pastime for all citizens, and with the warmer seasons approaching, people across the country will be gathering to fire up the coals, grill some meat and have a merry time. Of course, not everyone has a sprawling backyard that can accommodate a large group of friends and open fire; many South Africans live in apartment complexes that have their own rules and regulations. Because of this, we decided to give some legal insight on braaing in a sectional title scheme in South Africa. Along with