Get to know C&A Friedlander Attorneys
C&A Friedlander Attorneys has been of service to the community for over 100 years. Its roots go back to the firm Friedlander & Du Toit, which was established in Cape Town in 1899 by Charles Friedlander and co-founder Andreas Francois du Toit. Charles was born in Middelburg in the Cape Colony, in 1878, where he […]
POPI Act
It must be read with other relevant statutes such as: 1. Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002 (‘ECT’) 2. Promotion of Access to Information Act 2 of 2002 (‘PAIA’) 3. Regulation of Interception of Communications Act 70 of 2002 (‘RICA’) 4. Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 (‘CPA’) Personal information of both employees […]
The New South African Immigration Regulations tightens screws for foreign spouses.
This article looks at the New South African Immigration Regulations that came into effect on 26 May 2014 and how they affect a spouse attempting to renew or obtain a spousal visa. A Newlands family was torn apart after South Africa’s new regulations barred Louise Johnson from returning to South Africa after going on a […]
Private defence of property
The common law provides that an owner may protect his property from harm or damage even though there might not be any physical risk of harm to the owner himself. A person may use force in order to protect property and his or her rights therein. Private defence of property can only be resorted to […]
Publication of untrue statements in the media
Defamation law in South Africa is one of the most debated topics in our legal system, the reason being that South Africa is a democratic country founded on human dignity, equality and freedom of expression, to name just a few principles. These founding provisions in our constitution, together with the relevant Human Rights provisions, make […]
POPI Act
The Protection of Personal Information Bill, which will soon become law and is commonly referred to as POPI, seeks to regulate the processing of personal information. It must be read with other relevant statutes such as: 1. Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002 (‘ECT’) 2. Promotion of Access to Information Act 2 of […]
Donations
Whether you are thinking of helping your son financially to enable him to purchase his first property or donating money towards a worthy cause, there are some things to keep in mind. A donation is defined in the Income Tax Act No 58 of 1962 as “any gratuitous disposal of property including any gratuitous waiver […]
Self-defence
Self-defence- justifiable means in warding off an unlawful attack. This article will discuss the requirements that need to be met in order to succeed with this defence. In South Africa violent crime has become a massive concern for many who call this wonderful place home, but what can we do about it? In our law […]
Acceptance of Electronic Funds Transfer payment, specifically in sale of vehicles and transfer of registration on Enatis
Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), has become a popular payment method in South Africa, accepted by many in lieu of cash or cheque payments. Many accept the printed EFT confirmation as proof of a cash payment into the bank account, especially in the sale and purchase of motor vehicles. Therefore the insistence for payment to be […]
Be careful what you write or say
Classically, the law of defamation attempts to strike a balance between a plaintiff’s right to reputation, and a defendant’s right to freedom of expression, two rights that are recognised both at common law and in the Constitution. Defamation is a serious consideration in the interaction with letters, e-mails, and general discussions. A plaintiff needs to […]