by Wessels + Van Zyl Inc | Oct 28, 2024 | Employment and Labour Law
“The best investment you will ever make are your employees” (Peter Drucker) As the end of the year approaches, many employees are eagerly awaiting their 13th cheque or year-end bonus. However, not every employer is in a position to pay bonuses, and this...
by Wessels + Van Zyl Inc | Oct 28, 2024 | Criminal Law / Crime, General Interest
“Sexual violence is a horrific reality that continues to plague this country.” (Quoted in judgment below) It’s often said that victims of rape and other types of sexual violence have to suffer twice – firstly at the hands of the rapist and secondly at the hands of the...
by Wessels + Van Zyl Inc | Sep 25, 2024 | Property
“A bad neighbour is a misfortune, as much as a good one is a great blessing.” (Hesiod, 700 BCE) It seems that every community has at least one nightmare neighbour who delights in objecting to everything, fighting with residents and management at every turn, and...
by Wessels + Van Zyl Inc | Sep 25, 2024 | Wills and Estate Planning
“The only person who sticks closer to you in adversity than a friend is a creditor.” (Unknown) You’ve done everything you can to leave your loved ones financially secure after you die. You’ve left enough assets to set them up in their own lives, made a valid will...
by Wessels + Van Zyl Inc | Sep 25, 2024 | Business, Criminal Law / Crime
“In defence of Madiba’s legacy, we will continue to wage a relentless war on corruption…” (President Cyril Ramaphosa) You may have seen mention of the new amendment to the Prevention and Combatting of Corrupt Activities (POCCA) Act that imposes severe...
