Family Law, Children, Maintenance
Explore our comprehensive overview of key April 2024 family law cases in South Africa. Learn about recent legal developments in divorce, customary marriages, and more, impacting family law practices.
Divorce, Contested Divorce, Maintenance
Explore the critical role of Rule 43 in South African family law, providing interim relief in matrimonial disputes. Discover how courts balance support needs with fairness and protect children’s welfare during divorce proceedings.
Children, Custody, Family Law, Maintenance
Discover the significant consequences of ignoring court orders in family law through the lens of the North Gauteng High Court ruling in B.M.G.S v M.B.S (26675/2022). This critical judgment underscores the importance of adhering to legal directives in matters concerning children’s well-being, highlighting the judiciary’s firm stance on ensuring compliance with court-ordered contact arrangements. Learn about the pivotal role of the Children’s Act in safeguarding children’s rights and the severe repercussions for non-compliance, including imprisonment for contempt of court.