“Not all heroes wear capes” is undoubtedly a phrase you’ve come across at some point. Of course, it speaks to the everyday person who recognised an injustice, stood up and decided to take action. This is incredibly powerful when the person who needs help cannot necessarily do anything about their circumstances themselves. Yes, everyday heroes exist, and they are essential when it comes to identifying and reporting possible child abuse in South Africa. Sadly,

South Africans, now more than ever, want bang for their hard-earned bucks. With a fragile economy, consumers are likely more discerning about what they spend their money on, and when they do, they expect quality goods and services. Of course, this isn’t just a reasonable expectation; it’s a consumer right protected by the law. So when consumers’ rights are violated, and they are faced with defective products, sub-par service or breached contracts, they are entitled to seek redress. As with most disputes, there is a process to follow, so LAW FOR ALL has decided to delve into how to

Young professionals looking to purchase their first property often lean towards apartments or homes in a complex – also called sectional titles. Not only are these properties the more affordable option, but they usually come with other benefits, such as added security and amenities. Of course, there are some drawbacks, specifically for current or prospective pet owners. However, keeping pets in a sectional title scheme is possible, but, as with most things, some terms and conditions apply. What exactly is a

With South Africa’s unemployment rate being at a fourteen- year high of 27,7%, many employed workers fear losing their jobs and having to find alternative employment. But, it isn’t that easy to fire an employee. Every South African worker is protected by strict employment laws, which ensures that they are correctly treated, paid fairly and protected against any form of exploitation by their employers. That said, employees also have to abide by the rules and regulations that companies have in place to create a safe and productive work environment, and if they don’t could risk being dismissed.

South Africa sees an increase in the divorce rate every year. In most cases, going through a divorce is stressful, expensive and emotionally draining. Having to accept and move on from a failed marriage is no easy task. Luckily, as adults, we have various support systems in place to help guide us through this difficult period, but our children might not, and we have to pull our parental socks up to protect them as much as possible. Put differences aside. The tension between ex-partners can draw focus away from the less emotionally developed

At LAW FOR ALL, we understand that every legal case is a journey, and while you can’t make the road shorter, there are ways to reach an amicable and effective outcome faster. Often, that’s possible through an efficient process called mediation, and what sets us apart from the legal insurance cover pack, is that LAW FOR ALL offers a mediation benefit on all our policies. What exactly is Mediation? Simply put, mediation is all about resolving a dispute outside of the courtroom (i.e. not through litigation). It’s a confidential process in which a neutral person (known as a