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Assessing section 64 liability: The SCA dismisses prescription defence in trust fraud dispute<\/strong><\/p>\n

Late last month, the Supreme Court of Appeal delivered a decisive ruling in Nicholls v Gaybba<\/em><\/u><\/a> \u2013 a dramatic case centring on the prescription of fraud-related claims.<\/p>\n

Read more<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n

Class action lawsuits: Key updates to the Uniform Rules of Court<\/strong><\/p>\n

In a significant and welcome legal development, recent amendments to the Uniform Rules of Court<\/u><\/a> now formally regulate class action litigation in South Africa.<\/p>\n

Learn more<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n

Observing World Mental Health Day: How wellness initiatives support STBB\u2019s workforce<\/strong><\/p>\n

Recognising the toll that legal practice can take on our dedicated workforce, STBB actively organises various wellness initiatives. This month, we sit down with Director and premier attorney, Shereen Volks<\/u><\/a>, to explore what STBB Cape Town<\/u><\/a>\u2019s initiatives mean for staff morale and internal culture.<\/p>\n

Tell me more<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n

Business law update: Government publishes draft Regulations regulating MSME classification<\/strong><\/p>\n

Last month, government published draft Regulations<\/u><\/a> delineating the criteria to determine the classification of micro, small, and medium enterprises for public comment. Pursuant to section 20(2) of the National Small Business Act, the notice distinguishes between industries, such as construction, mining, and transport, and relies on three classifying thresholds, namely size or class, total full-time equivalent of paid employees, and total annual turnover.<\/p>\n

For expert legal guidance on the implications of these regulatory changes, contact our team of business-focused commercial law attorneys today.<\/p>\n

Contact our team<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n

Webinar | A guide to antenuptial contracts: What every couple in South Africa should know<\/strong><\/p>\n

In this month\u2019s engaging webinar, Directors and divorce law specialists, Shereen Volks<\/u><\/a> and Shirn\u00e9 Grobler<\/u><\/a>, explore the intricacies of antenuptial contracts. Highlighting the value of concluding an ANC before getting married, Shereen and Shirn\u00e9 will explain the legal distinction between South Africa\u2019s marital regimes, the mechanics of the accrual system, exclusions, and the impact of CPI. Whether you\u2019re contemplating marriage, preparing to marry, or considering divorce, you won\u2019t want to miss this informative session with two legal experts. Secure your future. Register now!<\/p>\n

Register<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n

Have your say: Information Regulator seeks input on draft POPIA Regulations<\/strong><\/p>\n

Following our 2024 report<\/u><\/a>, the Information Regulator requests public input on the draft Regulations on Processing Health and Sex Life Data<\/u><\/a> under the Protection of Personal Information Act.<\/p>\n

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