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How Much Leave Am I Entitled To?

Coco has had a wonderful offer. She and her family have won a free trip to the Seychelles, all expenses paid! But surely there must be a catch besides the one swimming in the blue water of these Indian Ocean islands?

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Public Nuisances: Legal Rights In Terms Of Legislation

Persons who commit disruptive acts of unacceptable behaviour in public places may be warned, arrested and subsequently prosecuted by the authorities. The offender shall be liable for a fine, imprisonment or both upon conviction. How is this enforcement of our rights achieved by an ordinary citizen? 
 

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When Is A Tenant An Illegal Occupant

Where the Contract of Lease is breached in any way by the tenant and he or she after receiving notice thereof has not remedied such a breach within the period agreed upon, then the landlord may cancel the contract. The tenant will be found to be an illegal occupier in this instance.

 

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Should I Draft a Will?

Taking the time to draft a will can leave you with the peace of mind that your assets will be distributed according to your wishes as far as possible. Your will should reflect exactly how you want your assets to be dealt with after your death and should not be against good morals.

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Sick Letters Or Fake Letters?

It would be wise for employees to see the doctor on the same day that they feel ill, and for employers to insist on seeing the medical certificate and examining it properly.

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Haastige Hond Verbrand Sy Mond

Dis die klassieke geval: Mandie ry 31 km/h oor die maksimum snelheidsperk in 'n poging om tred te hou met die res van die motors op die pad. Sy is onder die indruk dat sy bloot by die vloei van die verkeer hou toe sy skielik flitsende ligte in haar truspieël sien. Mandie aanvaar verkeersboetes as 'n “lewensfeit“ en beskou oortredings as die buig van reëls eerder as die pleeg van 'n misdaad.

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Traffic Officers Confiscated My Cell Phone: What You Should Know!

An authorised officer can confiscate your cellular device if you are caught using it in your car while driving. If you end up getting caught red-handed, these are a few things you should know to make sure that all the correct procedures are followed when your cellular device gets confiscated

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Gelidigheid Van 'n Huweliksvoorwaardekontrak

ʼn Huweliksvoorwaardeskontrak is 'n kontrak wat deur die betrokke partye onderteken word om die huweliksbedeling te reguleer. As 'n paartjie nie 'n huweliksvoorwaardeskontrak teken nie, sal die huweliksbedeling binne gemeenskap van goedere wees.

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Sexual Harassment In The Workplace

The idea of “the corporate workplace” has changed significantly in recent years. Today there are more women found in positions that were previously filled only by men.

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Protect Yourself and Your Children: Stop Harassment Like This...

Before the commencement of the Protection from Harassment Act 17 of 2011 which came into operation on 27 April 2013, obtaining an order for protection from harassment was lengthy and costly. The position has changed drastically since then.

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