Every business owner has been there: you receive a contract and feel the pressure to sign it quickly so you can get on with operations. It seems straightforward, and you might think legal review is an unnecessary delay — or an avoidable cost. That’s understandable, but it’s also risky.
Drinking and driving isn’t just risky behaviour — it’s a criminal offence under South African law, and the consequences can ripple through your life. The law sets a clear standard: if your blood-alcohol level is above the legal limit, you’re considered to be driving under the influence. That’s true even if you feel fine — alcohol affects everyone differently depending on weight, metabolism and how quickly your body processes alcohol.
When considering whether to rent a new property from a landlord many people have reservations. Most frequently an individual will sign a lease agreement not being entirely sure of their rights and duties or that of the landlord towards them. Below is a brief exposition of certain rights which many people may not be aware of.
At some point in our lives we will inevitably all conclude some sort of contract, be it with a bank, a landlord or any number of service providers. All of these contracts will usually contain certain terms which, to many people, usually don’t make much sense. Below, are just some of the most popular ones to assist you in more clearly understanding the terms of a contract which you are agreeing to.
Lease Agreements
At some point in our lives we will inevitably all conclude some sort of contract, be it with a bank, a landlord or any number of service providers. All of these contracts will usually contain certain terms which, to many people, usually don’t make much sense. Below, are just some of the most popular ones to assist you in more clearly understanding the terms of a contract which you are agreeing to.
