Silver Bullet Tactics in custody disputes

Silver Bullet Tactics in custody disputes

In South Africa, the phenomenon of “Silver Bullet” tactics in custody disputes—where one parent makes false or exaggerated claims against the other to limit their access to children—presents unique challenges. The South African legal framework, particularly in family violence matters, is designed to offer maximum protection to potential victims. However, this well-intentioned protection can sometimes…

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Pretoria High Court Finds Parts of The Divorce Act to be Potentially Unconstitutional

Pretoria High Court Finds Parts of The Divorce Act to be Potentially Unconstitutional

The Pretoria High Court has made a ruling which found certain parts of the Divorce Act, Act 70 of 1979 (hereinafter referred to as “the Divorce Act”) to be unconstitutional. This article will discuss this landmark ruling and indicate the consequences it might have for future matrimonial and divorce matters if the Constitutional Court is…

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Joost's last wish explained on OFM

Joost's last wish explained on OFM

A prolonged legal battle over who will inherit the asset of the late Springbok legend Joost van der Westhuizen has finally come to an end. Ferdinand Hartzenberg and Van der Westhuizen’s brother, Pieter, approached the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria to have a will Joost drew up in 2015 declared his last wish. The Master…

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