Why and how to vary a divorce order When you divorce, the divorce order is a final and non-negotiable legal document…or is it? Are there circumstances in which you might want to vary a divorce order? And is it allowed in law? The answer to both these questions is “yes”, but certain conditions apply. Divorce […]
What are the implications for cryptocurrency of the new AML rules? As we have discussed in previous posts, cryptocurrencies are becoming more popular and more widely used, but are not yet well regulated. This is gradually changing around the world, as governments and regulators recognise the need to manage crypto assets and keep them out […]
What are the key considerations when setting up a joint venture? You own a business. You have a great idea for a new product or service but you don’t have all the skills, resources, or expertise needed to bring your idea to market. Rather than going on a lengthy (and potentially expensive) recruitment drive, you […]
We came across this article in the UK’s Guardian newspaper. It joins other prestigious media outlets like CNN, the New York Times and the Washington Post in banning ChatGPT from using Guardian content to train the AI model, voicing concerns over intellectual property rights. This means that ChatGPT has increasingly restricted access to the most […]
What remedies are available if you suffer a breach of contract? If you run a business, you may contract suppliers to deliver goods or services to you. Or you may be contracted to provide a service to your customers. In all likelihood, you do both. But you don’t have to be a business owner to […]
Are DAOs a flash in the pan or a serious alternative corporate structure? “What has been will be again, what has been done will be done again; there is nothing new under the sun.” “Nothing new under the sun” has become a cliché, but did you know it comes from the Book of Ecclesiastes in […]
What you need to know if you own or rent commercial property If you’re a business owner, it’s very likely you either own or rent a commercial property. Whether you are landlord or tenant, you need a solid understanding of commercial eviction laws to protect your rights and interests. Commercial property is not governed by the […]
More points to ponder about the use of AI at work In a recent article we looked at the legal implications of generative AI in the workplace. The topic is too extensive to cover adequately in one article, so we promised a second instalment. In this article we continue our investigation into the implications of […]
Opportunities and threats posed to women by artificial intelligence At SD Law, every August we take the opportunity to reflect on the challenges faced by women in South Africa, the country with one of the highest rates of gender-based violence (GBV) in the world. We also celebrate, in the spirit of Women’s Month, the achievements […]
Everything you need to know about NDAs Have you ever been asked to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA)? Do you know what an NDA is, in case you are asked to sign one in future? NDAs are often found between self-employed contractors and their clients, and between businesses who come together in partnership for a […]
What are the implications of cryptocurrency for estate planning? Cryptocurrency and decentralised finance (DeFi) are relatively new financial planning tools. Available data indicates that cryptocurrency investors are fairly young. For example, a global study by Gemini, conducted by the Harris Poll in 2021, suggested the average age of cryptocurrency investors worldwide was 38 years old. […]
How to wind up a business No one starts a business intending to dissolve it. Entrepreneurs may hope the business venture will make them rich; or a business may be a way of ensuring financial stability in retirement (through selling the business). Or it may be a family business to be passed from one generation […]
