Family law (also called matrimonial law or the law of domestic relations) is an area of the law that deals with family matters and domestic relations.
Subjects that commonly fall under a nation’s body of family law include …
This list is not exhaustive and varies depending on the jurisdiction.
Admiralty (Maritime) Law. / Business Law / Family Law
by Development Team · Published February 22, 2023
In South Africa, a fishing license is required to legally fish in any public waterways, including rivers, dams, and the ocean. Having a fishing license not only ensures that you are fishing legally but also provides you with access to...
Admiralty (Maritime) Law. / Business Law / Family Law
by Development Team · Published February 20, 2023
South Africa is a popular destination for recreational and commercial fishing in saltwater. To ensure the sustainability of the country’s marine resources and regulate fishing activities, various types of fishing licenses are required by law. In South Africa, there are...
If you’re planning to go freshwater fishing in South Africa, it’s important to know what types of licenses are available and how to obtain one. Freshwater fishing is a popular pastime in the country, with many beautiful rivers, lakes, and...
Statutory rape is a serious issue in South Africa that can have a significant impact on victims’ physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. When an individual engages in sexual activity with a minor who is below the legal age of consent,...
In South Africa, statutory rape is defined as sexual intercourse with a person who is under the age of 16, even if the individual consents to the sexual activity. Statutory rape is a serious crime that can have lifelong consequences...
South Africa has one of the highest rates of sexual violence in the world, and one of the ways in which this violence manifests is through statutory rape. While the country’s statutory rape laws are intended to protect minors, they...
Statutory rape is a serious crime in South Africa, which is defined as sexual intercourse with a person under the age of 16 or a person who is mentally disabled and unable to give informed consent. If someone is convicted...
Statutory rape is a serious crime that occurs when an adult engages in sexual activity with a minor who is below the age of consent. In South Africa, where cases of gender-based violence are alarmingly high, it’s important for victims...
Statutory rape is a serious crime in South Africa, and it is important for victims or those who witness such crimes to report them immediately. However, the process of reporting and pursuing justice can be overwhelming, especially for those who...
Statutory rape is a form of sexual abuse that can have devastating effects on children. It occurs when an adult engages in sexual activity with a minor who is below the age of consent, even if the minor appears to...
Statutory rape is a serious problem in South Africa, where the age of consent is 16 years old. Sexual activity with a minor under the age of 16 is considered statutory rape, and it is a crime that can have...
Statutory rape is a serious crime in South Africa, punishable by imprisonment and fines. The country’s legal system has worked to ensure that those who engage in sexual activity with minors are held accountable for their actions. Statutory Rape Law...
South Africa, like many other countries, has a set of laws in place to protect minors from sexual exploitation. Statutory rape is a criminal offense in South Africa, and individuals who engage in sexual activity with someone under the age...
Business Law / Family Law / Health Law
by Development Team · Published June 21, 2022 · Last modified August 17, 2022
A lot of times in life, people tend to be in a state of general agreement over a specific subject or issue, but when you ask them about the specifics, they struggle to give you a straight answer. This phenomenon...
Business Law / Family Law / Health Law
by Development Team · Published June 18, 2022 · Last modified August 17, 2022
Childbirth is often considered to be one of life’s greatest miracles. The joy felt when bringing a new person into the world is rarely outdone by any other special moment, and mothers tend to think back on the event with...
by Development Team · Published June 12, 2022 · Last modified August 17, 2022
When we think about the support and care that parents provide to their children, we rarely think of it in a legal capacity. We automatically assume that most parents will sustain and nurture their kids as they grow up and...
Business Law / Family Law / Health Law / Property Law
by Development Team · Published June 7, 2022 · Last modified August 17, 2022
With millions of dog owners sprinkled throughout South Africa, ‘man’s best friend’ is a common sight all around the country. Wherever you go, or whoever you meet, it’s quite likely that you’ll always be in close proximity to an overly-affectionate...
by Development Team · Published June 2, 2022 · Last modified August 17, 2022
Watch any high-octane law drama on TV nowadays and you’ll likely hear about people breaching NDAs within the first five minutes of an episode. In the real world, rich and powerful business executives and magnates who would normally shrug off accusations...
by Development Team · Published June 1, 2022 · Last modified August 17, 2022
Depending on where you live in South Africa, the abandoned property can be a rare and unusual sight or a completely common occurrence. In certain areas, it’s not strange to see deserted houses, abandoned furniture, and even derelict buildings. With so...
by Development Team · Published May 26, 2022 · Last modified August 17, 2022
If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that children deserve every chance for joy and happiness in life that we can give them. They deserve to live in a safe and secure environment, they deserve to have...
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