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        <description><![CDATA[SchoemanLaw Inc – A leading law firm in Cape Town.

SchoemanLaw Inc Attorneys, Conveyancers and Notaries Public, based in Cape Town, is a boutique law firm offering its clients access to high quality online legal documents and agreements, together with a wide range of legal services.

The firm has an innovative and entrepreneurial mind-set that distinguishes it from other law firms.]]></description>
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            <title>Are written warnings legally required before dismissal</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Many people assume that final written warnings work like American baseball: three strikes, and you are out.  It is a common misconception in the workplace that an employer must always issue a written warning before dismissing an employee. While written warnings play an important role in progressive discipline, South African labour law does not apply a one-size-fits-all rule. The real question is whether the dismissal is fair in the circumstances, taking into account the seriousness of the misconduct, the employee’s disciplinary history, the employer’s disciplinary code, and whether the employee was given a fair opportunity to respond. ]]></description>
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            <title>Indemnities and indemnity clauses in contracts – A practical legal analysis</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Most commercial contracts contain indemnity clauses. Yet, despite their prevalence, relatively few contracting parties have a clear and structured understanding of what indemnities are, how they operate, or how to assess their significance within the context of a particular transaction.  This disconnect is commercially significant. Where a party to a contract has a clear understanding of what indemnities are and what they are intended to achieve, that party is better positioned to identify and assess risk, and will be more attuned to the provisions that require scrutiny. ]]></description>
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            <title>The regulation of fixed-term employment contracts under Section 198B of the Labour Relations Act</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Fixed-term employment contracts remain a common feature of the South African labour market, particularly in industries that rely on project-based work, seasonal labour, temporary increases in operational demands, or externally funded positions. While such contracts serve legitimate business purposes, they have historically been susceptible to abuse, with some employers utilising them to avoid the obligations associated with permanent employment. In response to these concerns, the Labour ...]]></description>
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            <title>Understanding Estoppel in South African law: Requirements, types and practical application</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[The doctrine of estoppel is an important principle in South African law that promotes fairness and good faith in legal relationships. It prevents a person from denying a representation, statement, or course of conduct when another person has reasonably relied on it and has suffered prejudice as a result. The doctrine is designed to prevent injustice by holding parties accountable for the impressions they create and the consequences that flow from them. Estoppel frequently arises in contractual and commercial disputes and serves as a vital mechanism for protecting parties who act in reliance on others' representations. Understanding the requirements and different forms of estoppel is therefore essential in appreciating its role in ensuring certainty and fairness within the legal system. What is Estoppel? ]]></description>
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            <title>When can a creditor apply to liquidate a company? Understanding your rights under South African law</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[For many businesses, unpaid debts can significantly affect cash flow, operations, and long-term sustainability. While ordinary debt collection proceedings are often the appropriate course of action, there are circumstances where a creditor may be entitled to apply for the liquidation of a company.  However, liquidation is not simply another method of recovering an unpaid debt. It is a serious legal process designed to address companies that are unable to pay their debts. Creditors should therefore understand when liquidation is appropriate and when alternative legal proceedings may be more suitable. ]]></description>
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            <title>Your website has five legal documents. Do you actually need them?</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Launching a website is an exciting milestone for any business. Whether you are selling products, offering professional services, or simply creating an online presence for your brand, your website is often the first interaction potential clients have with your business. While many organisations invest heavily in web design, branding and digital marketing, they frequently overlook one of the most important aspects of their online presence: ensuring their website is legally compliant.  A website ...]]></description>
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            <title>Rescission of default judgment, setting aside a judgment and protecting your rights</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[The principle of audi alteram partem—that every person should be afforded an opportunity to be heard—is a cornerstone of South African law. Nevertheless, litigation does not always proceed with the participation of both parties. Where a defendant fails to enter an appearance to defend, deliver the necessary pleadings, or attend court proceedings, a court may grant judgment in favour of the plaintiff by default. Such a judgment can have significant legal and financial consequences, including the enforcement of debts, attachment of assets, and adverse credit implications. Recognising that default judgments may occasionally be granted in circumstances that are unfair or unjust, South African law provides an important remedial mechanism known as rescission of judgment. Rescission allows a party to apply to have a judgment set aside, thereby restoring the opportunity to present a defence and have the matter determined on its merits.]]></description>
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            <title>Bound by its own process: Contractual enforcement of disciplinary outcomes in Nkuna v Eskom ...</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Introduction The relationship between contractual employment rights and statutory labour protections continues to present complex legal challenges within South African law. Although the Labour Relations Act 66 of 1995 (“the LRA”) establishes a comprehensive framework regulating dismissals and unfair labour practices, it does not displace the contractual foundation upon which employment relationships are built.]]></description>
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