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A Pothole Causes You to Crash. Can You Sue the Government?
A court held a roads authority liable for severe injuries caused by a pothole it knew, or should have known, about. The case highlights when public authorities may be liable for failing to repair dang... ...more
Delict and Civil Claims
September 18, 2026•3 min read
Can Your Neighbour’s CCTV Camera Point into Your Property?
A court ruling confirms that homeowners may use CCTV for security, but surveillance must respect neighbours’ privacy. Cameras cannot continuously monitor private areas where less intrusive security me... ...more
Property Law
September 18, 2026•3 min read
Legal Speak Made Easy
“Lex domicilii matrimonii” determines which country’s law governs the financial consequences of a cross-border marriage. A recent Western Cape High Court decision replaces the former husband-domicile ... ...more
Family Law
September 18, 2026•1 min read
Better Late Than Never: Marriage Law Drags Itself into the 21st Century
A South African court has replaced the discriminatory rule that automatically applied the husband’s domicile to cross-border marriages. The new framework considers spouses’ agreement, domicile, reside... ...more
Family Law
September 18, 2026•4 min read
Do You Really Need 6 Types of Will?
A guide to the different types of “wills” and estate-planning documents, explaining why your personal will remains foundational, while offshore wills, digital wishes, succession plans, ethical wills a... ...more
Wills and Estate Planning ,Wills and Estates
September 18, 2026•6 min read
Choices, choices, and a million more choices.
A reflection on the unavoidable nature of choice, the consequences every decision carries, and how our choices shape our lives. The goal isn't perfection, but making thoughtful choices, learning from ... ...more
KVV News
September 18, 2026•4 min read
Whistleblower Reinstated: Protected Disclosures Act to the Rescue
South African whistleblower laws protect employees from retaliation after making protected disclosures. A recent Labour Court case highlights the risks employers face when disciplinary action is used ... ...more
Employment and Labour Law ,Employment Law &Legal Disputes
August 18, 2026•4 min read
Can Family Conflict Kibosh a Trust?
A Supreme Court of Appeal case confirms that a founder’s later wishes cannot override a trust deed without a formal amendment. The case highlights the importance of carefully drafting and regularly re... ...more
Wills and Estate Planning ,Trusts &Legal Disputes
August 18, 2026•3 min read
Does the Consumer Protection Act Protect Every Tenant?
A Supreme Court of Appeal case clarifies when the Consumer Protection Act applies to residential leases and confirms that cancelling a lease does not automatically give a landlord the right to evict a... ...more
Property Law ,Contract &Consumer Law
August 18, 2026•3 min read
Legal Speak Made Easy
Restitutio in integrum is a legal principle aimed at restoring a person to the position they would have been in had a wrongful act or transaction not occurred. ...more
Property Law ,Contract
August 18, 2026•1 min read
Your Dormant Trust Is Not Invisible to SARS
SARS is increasing its enforcement of trust tax compliance. Dormant trusts must still submit annual income tax returns, and trustees may face significant penalties for outstanding returns. ...more
Tax
August 18, 2026•3 min read
One Bad Letter and Your Eviction Falls Apart
A Western Cape High Court case shows how an unclear lease cancellation notice can prevent a landlord from obtaining an eviction order, even where substantial rental arrears are owed. ...more
Property Law ,Legal Disputes
August 18, 2026•3 min read
Dementia in the Family? Here Are Your Legal Options
Dementia can affect a person's ability to manage finances, property and legal decisions. This article explores South African options for protecting their interests through early legal planning. ...more
Wills and Estate Planning
August 18, 2026•4 min read
Cancelled Sale, Damaged Property. Who Pays?
A Gauteng High Court case shows that cancelling a property sale does not simply reset the transaction. Restitution must fairly account for existing defects, damage, depreciation and the property's con... ...more
Property ,Property Law
August 18, 2026•4 min read
A Lesson From Horses
A reflection on how horses respond to our emotional state, drawing a parallel with human relationships. Care, trust and emotional safety create a foundation where we can support one another, offering ... ...more
KVV News
August 18, 2026•2 min read
Estate Planning: The Ambush Tax Lurking in the Wings
Capital gains tax can significantly impact an estate on death due to deemed disposal rules. Learn how CGT is calculated, key exclusions and why estate planning is essential to protect inheritances. ...more
Wills and Estate Planning
June 19, 2026•4 min read
Married Out of Community of Property? You May Still Be Entitled to a Share
A court awarded 40% of an estate despite an antenuptial contract excluding accrual, confirming that contribution during marriage can justify redistribution under section 7(3) of the Divorce Act. ...more
Family Law
June 19, 2026•3 min read
Legal Speak Made Easy
Aedilitian remedies originate in Roman law and give buyers options when latent defects are discovered: cancel the sale for a refund or claim a reduction in price under actio redhibitoria or actio quan... ...more
Property Law ,Property Defects
June 19, 2026•1 min read
Your Property Purchase Collapses: Can You Get Your Deposit Back?
A failed R17.25 million property sale raised key issues around deposit forfeiture, bank guarantees, penalty clauses, and cancellation rights under South African contract law and the Conventional Penal... ...more
Property Law
June 19, 2026•2 min read
Dodgy Deck: When a Property Defect is Your Problem, Not the Seller's
A collapsed deck led to a 12-year legal battle over latent defects, voetstoots clauses, and estate agent liability. Learn why buyers must investigate before signing and how courts assess property disp... ...more
Property Law
June 19, 2026•3 min read
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A Pothole Causes You to Crash. Can You Sue the Government?
A court held a roads authority liable for severe injuries caused by a pothole it knew, or should have known, about. The case highlights when public authorities may be liable for failing to repair dang... ...more
Delict and Civil Claims
September 18, 2026•3 min read
Can Your Neighbour’s CCTV Camera Point into Your Property?
A court ruling confirms that homeowners may use CCTV for security, but surveillance must respect neighbours’ privacy. Cameras cannot continuously monitor private areas where less intrusive security me... ...more
Property Law
September 18, 2026•3 min read
Legal Speak Made Easy
“Lex domicilii matrimonii” determines which country’s law governs the financial consequences of a cross-border marriage. A recent Western Cape High Court decision replaces the former husband-domicile ... ...more
Family Law
September 18, 2026•1 min read
Better Late Than Never: Marriage Law Drags Itself into the 21st Century
A South African court has replaced the discriminatory rule that automatically applied the husband’s domicile to cross-border marriages. The new framework considers spouses’ agreement, domicile, reside... ...more
Family Law
September 18, 2026•4 min read
Do You Really Need 6 Types of Will?
A guide to the different types of “wills” and estate-planning documents, explaining why your personal will remains foundational, while offshore wills, digital wishes, succession plans, ethical wills a... ...more
Wills and Estate Planning ,Wills and Estates
September 18, 2026•6 min read
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KVV Inc. Attorneys: Celebrating 10 Years of Excellence in Property Law and Conveyancing.
Fostering Partnerships, Driving Results.
© KVV Inc. Attorneys 2026. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | POPIA | PAIA Manual