![[Title]](/Portals/26//SunBlogNuke/-1/summons-attorneys-Cape-Town (1).jpg "How long is a summons valid for in South Africa?")
The Rules of Court no longer provide for a period until a summons will lapse. Previously, a summons would lapse after 12 months since date of issue, or having been served, the Plaintiff has not taken further steps in prosecution.
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Posted by Tayla Beaumont on Monday, November 29, 2021 Views: 696
![[Title]](/Portals/26//SunBlogNuke/1973/summons-attorneys-Cape-Town (3).jpg "What happens if I receive a summons?")
A summons is the first process for a legal claim where a Plaintiff has instituted an action against a Defendant.
Once the summons is served via Sheriff, you will have 10 days to respond with a Notice of Intention to Defend or attempt to negotiate a settlement with the Plaintiff.
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Posted by Tayla Beaumont on Friday, November 26, 2021 Views: 259
![[Title]](/Portals/26//SunBlogNuke/1933/tenants-landlords-rights-rental-housing-act.jpg "Rights of Tenants and Landlords & Unfair Discrimination")
In giving effect to the rights, the Rental Housing Act, 50 of 1999 (“the Act”), was implemented to recognise the importance of rental housing and balance the rights of tenants and landlords – and to protect them from unfair practices and exploitation.
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Posted by Tayla Beaumont on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 Views: 412
