by VDT Attorneys | Feb 4, 2014 | Construction
Where the relationship between a client and a contractor has been compromised due to a breach of contract by one of the parties, it is usually the natural instinct of the non-defaulting party to cancel the contract. It is not however always that easy and the party...
by VDT Attorneys | Feb 4, 2014 | Agri
The most important aspect Daniel needs to consider when entering into a long term lease agreement for a portion of agricultural land is the restrictions on the period of lease. According to Section 3(d) of the Subdivision of Agricultural Land Act 70 of 1970 (“the...
by VDT Attorneys | Feb 4, 2014 | Maritime
The general modus operandi that is employed by arresting-vessels is a ‘catch-and-release’ procedure, which means that there are no further steps taken to bring these pirates to account for their crimes. There are several difficulties facing national courts in the...
by VDT Attorneys | Nov 22, 2013 | Family, Harassment, Marriage, Personal
Who is protected from domestic violence? The Domestic Violence Act 116 of 1998 (the Act) protects people who are victims of the abuse and violence at the hand of those in the following relationships and arrangements: Marriage in terms of any law, custom or religion;...
by VDT Attorneys | Nov 22, 2013 | Divorce, Family, Mediation
In the case of Brownlee v Brownlee the court emphasised the duty of the parties to attempt to mediate their dispute before appearing before a competent court and the obligation of the law practitioners to advise and encourage their clients to enter into divorce...
