by VDT Attorneys | Aug 9, 2017 | Insurance
Most insurance policies have a clause that excludes the liability of the insurance company when property is damaged due to civil unrest, war or terrorism. A typical exemption clause in you insurance contract would read “This policy does not cover loss of or damage to...
by VDT Attorneys | Aug 9, 2017 | BEE
The amended Property Sector Code for Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (“Amended Property Charter”) was gazetted on 9 June 2017. The Amended Property Charter applies to the residential and commercial property industry and also to property services such as...
by VDT Attorneys | Jul 14, 2017 | Firm News, Firm Update
We focus on constantly growing and developing our team so that they are properly equipped to serve clients and make a meaningful impact in their lives and in the development of our firm. With decades of combined experience, the VDT team contributes a high level of...
by VDT Attorneys | Jul 14, 2017 | Compliance, Consumer, POPI
One should note that although the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (“POPI”) was signed into law on 19 November 2013, it has to date, not yet fully come into effect. It is already law, but we are still awaiting the final date for the commencement of...
by VDT Attorneys | Jul 14, 2017 | Property
In short the answer according to a recent Supreme Court of Appeal case is “no,” you cannot be held liable for payment of the property rates for the entire financial year of the municipality when requesting a rates clearance certificate. In the case of Nelson Mandela...
