Doxing and social media vigilantism
Our reliance on technology, and social media to a degree, has led to a rise in cyberbullying trends such as doxing and stalking. As great as technology is, it unfortunately also provides people with an [...]
We are proud to announce that Arinda Truter has been promoted to an Associate at Dingley Marshall Lewin.
Arinda was admitted as an attorney in February 2016 and as a conveyancer and notary public in 2016 and 2017 respectively. She practised as a litigation and commercial attorney for almost 3 years before joining [...]
Online advertising – weighing up the risks for brands
Social media can be a highly effective way to increase brand awareness, but only if used properly. The online world is like a double-edged sword. While on the one hand it is very convenient for brands to connect with a world-wide customer base, on the other, it leaves the brand very exposed to criticism and backlas
POPI – It is time to comply!
As most of us are aware, The Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (the Act) was signed into law on 26 November 2013 and we have written numerous articles on the topic in the last few years while waiting for the Act to become fully operational. Certain sections of the Act have been implemented incrementally since April 2014, but it has mostly been a paper tiger.
Payment on a company loan account – what are the tax considerations?
Irrespective that this judgement deals with a transaction between group companies that is now specifically provided for by Section 22(3A) of the VAT Act, it remains that the principles may be applied to transactions between non-group companies or other parties that enter into these types of transactions, or make payments of consideration, on loan account.
Social media and the employer-employee relationship
Social media and the employer-employee relationship With the government effectively creating a temporary criminal offence to fight the spread of fake news and misinformation about COVID-19 on social media and online platforms, a lot of [...]
Misinformation and fake news on COVID-19 – action will be taken!
Misinformation and fake news on COVID-19 – action will be taken!
Can I hold a seller liable for defects in a property I bought?
There is no easy answer to this question. There are many variables that must be considered before it can be established whether you have a claim and if so, what your claim is for. Different [...]
What are your rights when you receive defective or unsafe goods under the Consumer Protection Act
Introduction The main aim of the Consumer Protection Act No. 68 of 2008, as amended, (the “CPA”) is to protect the rights of the consumers in South Africa. Although many consumers are aware of [...]
Protecting one’s business from the repercussions of divorce
How to divorce proof your business - ante nuptial contract, post nuptial contract and trusts.