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Alcohol at Work: The Cough Mixture Defence

Alcohol at Work: The Cough Mixture Defence

A forklift driver fired under a zero-tolerance alcohol policy was reinstated after proving he unknowingly consumed alcohol in cough medicine. Employers must show fairness, awareness of rules, and prop... ...more

Employment and Labour Law

December 11, 20255 min read

Prescription, Procrastination, and Personal Liability for Corporate Debts

Prescription, Procrastination, and Personal Liability for Corporate Debts

Debts usually prescribe after three years, so delaying collections can destroy your claim. But a recent SCA case shows prescription only starts once a creditor knows the debtor and key facts. Act fast... ...more

Debt

December 11, 20253 min read

Legal Speak Made Easy

Legal Speak Made Easy

“Beneficiary” is anyone who benefits under a will. A “legatee” receives a specific item or amount, while an “heir” inherits the residue of the estate after all debts and costs are paid. ...more

Wills and Estate Planning

December 11, 20251 min read

The AARTO National Rollout has Been Delayed – But Beware of Scams!

The AARTO National Rollout has Been Delayed – But Beware of Scams!

Scammers are issuing fake traffic fines through emails, SMSs, links and calls. With AARTO delays causing confusion, motorists must use only official payment channels and verify all notices to avoid fr... ...more

Criminal Law / Crime

December 11, 20251 min read

Can You Airbnb Your House or Apartment in a Residential Complex?

Can You Airbnb Your House or Apartment in a Residential Complex?

A recent court ruling signals that HOAs and bodies corporate can enforce stricter rules on short-term letting like Airbnb. Owners should tread carefully, as STL may be restricted while estates balance... ...more

Property Law

December 11, 20255 min read

So Here We Are - December 2025

So Here We Are - December 2025

December reminds us to embrace boredom instead of filling every quiet moment with screens. In stillness we find creativity, meaning and reflection. This holiday, allow space to think, dream and reconn... ...more

KVV News

December 11, 20252 min read

Parental Leave: Out With the Old, in With the New

Parental Leave: Out With the Old, in With the New

The Constitutional Court grants equal parental leave rights to all parents, allowing them to share four months’ leave, ending gender inequality in parental benefits. ...more

Family Law ,Employment Law

November 13, 20254 min read

Legal Speak Made Easy

Legal Speak Made Easy

A title deed is the legal proof of property ownership issued by the Deeds Office. Keep it safe, losing it can delay property sales or bond applications. ...more

Property ,General Interest &Property Law

November 13, 20251 min read

Wedding Bells? You Can Both Choose Your Own Surnames Now

Wedding Bells? You Can Both Choose Your Own Surnames Now

The Constitutional Court has ruled that both spouses now have equal rights to choose or change their surname after marriage, ensuring gender equality and dignity in South Africa’s naming laws. ...more

Family Law ,Contract &Court

November 13, 20252 min read

Selling Your House This Summer? Get Your Ducks in a Row With This Checklist

Selling Your House This Summer? Get Your Ducks in a Row With This Checklist

Make the most of the summer property market with this 10-step seller’s checklist: from setting goals and preparing finances to sprucing up your home, handling paperwork and ensuring a smooth, stress-f... ...more

Property ,Property Transfer

November 13, 20255 min read

Winding Down!!!

Winding Down!!!

A reflective year-end message encouraging rest, renewal and gratitude. Embrace lessons learned, recharge your energy and prepare for new beginnings. Change is as good as rest. ...more

KVV News ,General Interest

November 13, 20251 min read

When Liquidation is Inevitable: A Bad Faith Business Rescue Application Backfires

When Liquidation is Inevitable: A Bad Faith Business Rescue Application Backfires

Business rescue aims to save viable companies, while liquidation closes hopeless ones. Courts can set aside bad faith rescue applications and penalise directors and practitioners for abusing the proce... ...more

Company / Corporate / Compliance ,Debt

October 14, 20254 min read

Honesty at Work: A 50c Coin Costs a Bank Teller Her Job

Honesty at Work: A 50c Coin Costs a Bank Teller Her Job

A bank teller was fairly dismissed for pocketing a 50c coin to balance her till. Courts confirm that even minor dishonesty can destroy trust and justify dismissal if proper procedures are followed. ...more

Court ,Dismissal

October 14, 20254 min read

Neighbours’ Facebook Feud: Cat Pics, Karens & Keyboard Muppets

Neighbours’ Facebook Feud: Cat Pics, Karens & Keyboard Muppets

A Sandton Facebook debate over jackals led to insults and alleged defamation. The High Court ruled the posts were not defamatory, highlighting the need for robustness in public online discourse and th... ...more

Court ,Dispute Resolution &Legal Disputes

October 14, 20254 min read

Divorce Lawfare: The Serial Litigant and his Stalingrad Strategy

Divorce Lawfare: The Serial Litigant and his Stalingrad Strategy

An ex-husband’s relentless, baseless litigation after divorce led the High Court to declare him a vexatious litigant, barring him from launching new cases without permission. ...more

Court ,Dispute Resolution

October 14, 20253 min read

Panhandle Access to Properties – The Mistakes to Avoid

Panhandle Access to Properties – The Mistakes to Avoid

A court ruled a neighbour’s unregistered verbal servitude over a “panhandle” access road invalid. Buyers, sellers and neighbours must ensure rights of way are properly disclosed, written, and register... ...more

Court ,Servitude

October 14, 20253 min read

Legal Speak Made Easy

Legal Speak Made Easy

“Per stirpes” means an estate is divided by family branches, ensuring a deceased heir’s share passes equally to their descendants rather than to surviving heirs only. ...more

KVV News ,General Interest

October 14, 20251 min read

Excuses, Excuses: Why People Don’t Make Wills, And Why You Must

Excuses, Excuses: Why People Don’t Make Wills, And Why You Must

Many people die without a will, leaving their families at risk. Don’t delay, create a will and estate plan to ensure your wishes are honoured and your loved ones are protected. ...more

Wills and Estate Planning ,Wills and Estates

October 14, 20251 min read

Don’t Let Cybercriminals Haunt You this October — Verify, Verify, Verify!

Don’t Let Cybercriminals Haunt You this October — Verify, Verify, Verify!

BEC (Business Email Compromise) scams put the payment risk on the buyer. Always verify bank details before EFT payments, especially in high-value transactions like property, to avoid costly losses. ...more

Cybersecurity

October 14, 20254 min read

The Transfer Process in a Nutshell

The Transfer Process in a Nutshell

The property transfer process typically takes 10–12 weeks, but delays from bonds, banks, municipal approvals and Deeds Office backlogs are common, professional guidance helps smooth and speed up the p... ...more

Conveyancer ,Property Transfer &Property Transfer Process

October 14, 20251 min read

Our Latest

News & Blog

Alcohol at Work: The Cough Mixture Defence

A forklift driver fired under a zero-tolerance alcohol policy was reinstated after proving he unknowingly consumed alcohol in cough medicine. Employers must show fairness, awareness of rules, and prop... ...more

Employment and Labour Law

December 11, 20255 min read

Alcohol at Work: The Cough Mixture Defence

Prescription, Procrastination, and Personal Liability for Corporate Debts

Debts usually prescribe after three years, so delaying collections can destroy your claim. But a recent SCA case shows prescription only starts once a creditor knows the debtor and key facts. Act fast... ...more

Debt

December 11, 20253 min read

Prescription, Procrastination, and Personal Liability for Corporate Debts

Legal Speak Made Easy

“Beneficiary” is anyone who benefits under a will. A “legatee” receives a specific item or amount, while an “heir” inherits the residue of the estate after all debts and costs are paid. ...more

Wills and Estate Planning

December 11, 20251 min read

Legal Speak Made Easy

The AARTO National Rollout has Been Delayed – But Beware of Scams!

Scammers are issuing fake traffic fines through emails, SMSs, links and calls. With AARTO delays causing confusion, motorists must use only official payment channels and verify all notices to avoid fr... ...more

Criminal Law / Crime

December 11, 20251 min read

The AARTO National Rollout has Been Delayed – But Beware of Scams!

Can You Airbnb Your House or Apartment in a Residential Complex?

A recent court ruling signals that HOAs and bodies corporate can enforce stricter rules on short-term letting like Airbnb. Owners should tread carefully, as STL may be restricted while estates balance... ...more

Property Law

December 11, 20255 min read

Can You Airbnb Your House or Apartment in a Residential Complex?

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KVV Inc. Attorneys: Celebrating 10 Years of Excellence in Property Law and Conveyancing.

Fostering Partnerships, Driving Results.

© KVV Inc. Attorneys 2025. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | POPIA | PAIA Manual