Who Gets the Pension? Divorce, death, and pension disputes can leave spouses empty-handed. Know your rights, avoid costly mistakes, and secure your financial future before it’s too late.
Did your spouse pass away before your customary marriage was registered? You still have legal options! Learn how to register your customary marriage posthumously through Home Affairs or a High Court application to secure your inheritance, pension benefits, and property rights. Read our step-by-step guide to protect your marital status today!
When you surrender your vehicle, the lender will typically sell it to recover the outstanding loan balance. Any shortfall (the difference between the sale price and the amount you owe) will still be your responsibility, but surrendering is often less damaging to your credit profile than forced repossession.
Debt review is like a life raft in a stormy sea—it might keep you afloat, but it can also leave you stranded far from shore if you don’t plan your rescue carefully.
In South Africa, many people are in illegal marriages because they separate from their customary spouse without obtaining a formal divorce. A customary marriage can only be dissolved by death or divorce.
A groundbreaking High Court ruling has set a powerful precedent in South Africa, awarding a Germiston woman R3.5 million in damages after intimate images were shared without her consent.
When one party is attempting to hide assets, a liquidator’s expertise is invaluable. They have the skills and resources to trace concealed assets, including offshore accounts or undervalued property.
The Savings Pot and Retirement Pot are both subject to equal division under Section 7(7) of the Divorce Act, reducing the value of the Savings Pot through withdrawals could lead to disputes or the need for financial recalculations.
