WhatsApp Evidence in Divorce WhatsApp Evidence in Divorce Defining “WhatsApp Evidence in Divorce” in South Africa WhatsApp Evidence in Divorce means using WhatsApp messages, voice notes, photos, statuses, call logs and exported chat files as proof in divorce and...
Remote Work Relocation Remote Work Relocation “Remote Work Relocation” is when a parent wants to move—often to another city or country—because a job now allows (or requires) them to work from anywhere. In South African family law, that move can’t be decided in a...
Digital Prenups and Crypto Digital Prenups and Crypto What “Digital Prenups and Crypto” means in South African family law “Digital Prenups and Crypto” refers to antenuptial contracts (ANCs) and postnuptial variations that expressly regulate cryptocurrencies, NFTs,...
Genetic Testing Paternity Genetic Testing Paternity Defining “Genetic Testing Paternity” under South African law “Genetic Testing Paternity” means the legal and evidential use of DNA or blood-group testing to establish whether a person is a child’s biological father...
Deepfake Abuse Protection Orders Deepfake Abuse Protection Orders “Deepfake Abuse Protection Orders” refers to interim or final court orders—typically under the Protection from Harassment Act 17 of 2011 (PfHA) or the Domestic Violence Act 116 of 1998 (as amended)—that...
Spousal Maintenance Applications Spousal Maintenance Applications: Definition and Overview “Spousal Maintenance Applications” refers to the legal process by which a former spouse seeks ongoing financial support following the dissolution of a marriage under South...