Relocating with children after divorce is one of the most sensitive and complex issues in family law. Whether you are moving within South Africa or abroad, the law requires that every decision be made in the best interests of the child. At SD Law, we’ve guided parents through this process for over a decade — […]
Justice not resilience As we observe South Africa’s National Women’s Day 2025 and Women’s Month, we reflect on the government’s theme for this year: “Building Resilient Economies for All”. At SD Law, we regularly speak up for women in society, not only in honour of Women’s Day and 16 Days of Activism for No Violence […]
Tips to avoid being scammed In our hyper-connected world, the internet offers convenience, opportunity and community. However, it also presents ripe ground for cyber fraud. With common online scams becoming more sophisticated by the day, it’s no longer a matter of if you’ll be targeted, but when. From crypto scams to phishing emails and fake […]
Protecting children through temporary care You may have read the brilliant retelling of David Copperfield by Barbara Kingsolver, called Demon Copperhead. It tells the story of Demon, who was passed from foster home to foster home, often living in appalling conditions, before winding up addicted to opioids. (The story has a happy ending; he goes […]
Cape South African Jewish Board of Deputies vs. Thomas Leyland Torr We all value free speech. As a nation, we don’t condone hate speech. Section 16 of the Constitution provides the right to freedom of expression, which includes freedom of the press and other media; freedom to receive or impart information or ideas; freedom of […]
Understanding gamete ownership You may have seen the Netflix film “Joy: The Birth of IVF”. It tells the story of Louise Brown, the first “test-tube baby”, and the scientists as well as brave women who helped to bring about this breakthrough in reproductive science. We take fertility treatment for granted now, but procedures like IVF, […]
Lessons from the Beadica case Contracts are the building blocks of business deals. In legal terminology, “pacta sunt servanda”, or “agreements must be kept”. But what happens when sticking to the contract feels unfair? Can the courts intervene? The Constitutional Court recently had to answer a question of contracts and fairness in the case of […]
Reprinted from The Guardian, by Rachel Savage – 2025-06-13 Olorato Mongale, allegedly killed by man she went on date with, is latest victim of violence against women Yet again another South African woman has lost her life at the hands of a man, this time a date rather than a partner. Yet again we read […]
If you use AI in your business, you need to carry out a risk assessment Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly embedded in day-to-day business operations. Even small organisations use chatbots for customer service (including this website); and facial recognition software is used not only by large tech companies (to unlock your cell phone or laptop) […]
What happens when a trustee needs to be removed? A trust is a legal arrangement to protect assets and ensure they are distributed according to the wishes of the donor/founder (the person or entity who owns the assets). The donor gives another party, known as the trustee, the right to hold title to the assets […]
Defending against AI-enhanced surveillance In today’s tech-driven world, artificial intelligence (AI) and 5G technology have significantly influenced surveillance, law enforcement and evidence collection. AI-powered tools include facial recognition, predictive analytics and automated licence plate readers, which are increasingly used in criminal and civil cases. However, despite their reputation for accuracy, these technologies are not fool-proof. […]
Why your attorney might use AI to prepare your case The legal profession is often perceived as resistant to change. Traditional values are important to law firms, as we have a duty of care to our clients and trust is essential. However, advancements in technology are bringing about a transformation in how we serve our […]
