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My AI Lawyer offers expert legal guidance for love, breakups, and life’s challenges that is affordable, accessible, and always available.
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Traditionally Ever After

In 2022, 4 376 customary marriages were registered. Customary marriages hold profound cultural significance in South Africa, symbolising the union of two families through time-honoured traditions.
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Honouring Your Legacy: Wills and Heritage

In South Africa, cultural heritage is a cornerstone of personal identity. As diverse traditions and beliefs shape our lives, preserving this heritage is key to our legacy. Drafting a legally sound Will is one of the most effective ways to ensure that your cultural values and assets are passed down according to your wishes.
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Anticipating Transformations

The legal landscape in South Africa has always been dynamic, responding to societal shifts, technological advancements, and legislative developments.
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How to accumulate your leave

Balancing Leave Applications and Working Overtime

Are you looking forward to a long break over December, or did you put in for loads of overtime since all your colleagues are going away? Have a look at how this actually works
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Good news! The quest for employment continues.

You would be forgiven for thinking that might be a bleak intro to an article on employment, but bear with us. The road goes up and down, and we cannot lose faith in tomorrow.
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Civil law

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Hit-and-Run Incidents in South Africa

South Africa's roads are considered some of the most dangerous in the world, with hit-and-run accidents tragically claiming lives and leaving others devastated every year.
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16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

In South Africa, a woman loses her life to violence every six hours by her intimate partner, a stark reminder of the deep-seated crisis of gender-based violence (GBV). These numbers aren't just statistics; they represent lives cut short, families shattered, and communities left to mourn. As we approach 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, equip yourself and your community with knowledge of the rights and support available to break the cycle of abuse.
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Breaking the Silence

As we approach World Social Justice Day, it's crucial to shine a light on one of the most pressing issues facing South Africa: Gender-Based Violence (GBV).
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Funeral planning

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The Ultimate Act of Love This Valentine's Day

The benefits of having a will, protecting your legacy, and avoiding legal complications.
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Avoid funeral cover scams

Funeral policies are there to help soothe the grief of a final goodbye to a loved one. When policies are not what was advertised, it adds to the pain. This month, we outline how you can check that your funeral policy is not a scam.
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Accidental Death and Road accidents

As many of us are gearing up to go home and away, we need to talk about road safety. We all know that the roads are actually a dangerous place, but we don’t always remember that while we’re walking or driving.
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Estate planning

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Death & Taxes

Understanding Estate Tax in South Africa: A Comprehensive Guide and What to Expect as a Beneficiary
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Burial or Bling?

From mushrooms to diamonds, here are five weird and wonderful ways to spend eternity.
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Last Rights

Not a lot really. While legally your own rights will no longer exist, there are the rights of those left behind, and the courtesies that we extend to them during their grief.
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Constitutional law

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Understanding Women's Legal Rights in South Africa

South Africa has made significant strides towards gender equality, ensuring women's rights are protected and promoted across various spheres of life.
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June 16th: Commemorating the Soweto Uprising and Reflecting on the Right to Education in South Africa

As we commemorate Youth Day and remember the Soweto Uprising we discuss how the law and education intersect
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Voting allows democracy to win

Voting allows democracy to win. Assert your democratic right and make your mark.
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Education

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Lifelong Learning for Lifelong Testing

The greatest lesson we never learnt at school was how much we will have to learn on our own. From Grade One to Matric, we can’t wait “to be done with school”. Ha. Tell us another one.
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The Bill of Responsibilities

“Do not be daunted by the enormity of the world’s grief. Do justly, now. Love mercy, now. Walk humbly now. You are not obligated to complete the work, but neither are you free to abandon it” ~ Pirke Avot
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Grief

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What happens to you if no one claims your body?

The hardest day of your life will be the day that you admit that you cannot afford to say goodbye to the people who mattered most.
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Consumer protection

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Winter Safety Guidelines: Ensuring Your Safety and Comfort

As Winter arrives in South Africa, it's crucial to prioritize safety and comfort. This article provides important guidelines for choosing the right heating options, such as paraffin and LPG, while emphasising the need to adhere to safety regulations. It also offers tips for safely using paraffin and handling LPG cylinders. Additionally, the article discusses responsible practices for open fires, including selecting appropriate materials and maintaining a safe distance from flammable objects. By following these guidelines, readers can ensure their well-being during the colder months.
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Love & the law

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Divorce & the Fork in the Road to Your Futures

You’ve tried your best. You’ve done what you can. Sometimes, it is just not going to work. It’s time to get divorced and choose a new path and a new life.
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Human Rights Hub

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Unity and Justice: Commemorating Human Rights Day

21 March marks a day of profound historical and moral significance in South Africa. Human Rights Day is not just a public holiday but a commemoration of the Sharpeville Massacre of 1960, a pivotal moment that exposed the brutalities of apartheid to the world.
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Oh SA, fairest of them all

Tired of all the negativity? Five reasons why the South African Constitution is an international champion.
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Legal expense insurance provider launches AI lawyer in South Africa

Legal&Tax and Legal Interact have launched an amazing AI lawyer in South Africa! With expert legal advice from Legal&Tax, this revolutionary technology uses the Open AI/ChatGPT framework and the South African legal system to provide accurate insights. You can access this incredible AI lawyer through WhatsApp. Although the AI lawyer isn't a fully-fledged lawyer, it's a massive leap forward in finding answers to legal questions.
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The perks of quick legal advice, and how you can get it instantly

This article explores the benefits of on-demand legal advice and how it is transforming the way South Africans access legal services. With the AI Lawyer on WhatsApp, users can receive quick and accurate legal answers to their queries, anytime and anywhere, without the need to schedule appointments or wait in long queues.
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How AI-powered legal assistance is changing the game

AI-powered legal assistance is rapidly transforming the legal industry and making legal services more accessible and affordable. This article will highlight the benefits of AI technology in the legal industry and how your legal AI bot on WhatsApp is making a difference.
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Heritage & Culture

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Working, loving & living in SA

The 24th of September is a special day to us all. After Freedom Day, it’s our most widely appreciated and celebrated public holiday because it represents what was once used to divide us, and how we have turned it around into what makes us stronger, together. In all our races, cultures, beliefs and traditions, we can kick back and celebrate our heritage.
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Cyber Law

How tech is influencing the law and vice versa

How tech is influencing the law and vice versa

Learn how social media activity can affect legal decisions, especially in insurance claims.
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Anti-Scam AI

We have put together this list of common scams and the best way to use our AI Lawyer to protect yourself against anything that might try to ask for personal details or actual money.
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In the Media - South Africans Doing Great Things

Darren Cohen, General Manager at Legal&Tax, shares how The Company is contributing to the community and making a difference this Mandela Day
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Why My AI Lawyer is changing the face of legal advice

My AI Lawyer is making legal services more accessible and affordable, right here in South Africa where access to justice is still one of our biggest issues.
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