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South African Resignation Letter Template - Guide & Format

Resigning might seem simple — write a quick letter, give notice, and move on. But under South African labour law, the way you resign can affect everything from your final salary to your legal rights if a dispute arises later.

Clear Your Name After Being Blacklisted in South Africa

The term “blacklisted” is commonly used in South Africa to describe a person whose credit profile contains negative information, making it difficult to access loans, open accounts, or even rent a property. 

What the Road Accident Fund Covers and What It Doesn’t

If you've been injured in a car accident in South Africa, you may be entitled to claim compensation from the Road Accident Fund (RAF). But before you begin the process, it’s crucial to understand what the RAF actually covers — and what it doesn’t.

How to Write a Legal Resignation Letter in South Africa

In South Africa, your resignation triggers rights and obligations on both sides of the employment relationship.

What Most People Miss in Divorce Settlement Agreements

A divorce settlement agreement is more than a list of who gets what. It's a legal document that defines your responsibilities, financial commitments, and rights for years to come.

How to Protect Your Finances Before Filing for Divorce

Divorce is never just about emotions—it’s also about protecting your future. Whether you're initiating the process or simply weighing your options, one of the most important steps you can take is to prepare financially before you file.

Section 7(3) Divorce Act - Fair Asset Division in SA

Divorce isn't just about dissolving a relationship—it’s also about untangling financial lives that may have been deeply intertwined, even when the law says otherwise.

Understanding the Accrual System in South African Marriages

When you get married, you’re not just sharing a life—you’re also entering a legal and financial arrangement. In South Africa, the law offers several matrimonial property regimes, each with different implications for how assets are owned and divided.

Can I Claim Maintenance After a Long-Term Relationship?

Long-term relationships don’t always come with paperwork. Many couples in South Africa live together for years—raising children, sharing homes, combining finances—without ever getting married.

When Love Isn’t Legal - Why Every Unmarried Couple Needs a Plan

Marriage isn’t the only way people build lives together. More and more couples in South Africa are choosing to live together without ever tying the knot.

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