Clause for thought
I know I keep coming back to this but the need for having agreements created and/or vetted by a seasoned attorney is paramount in all commercial documents – particularly when it comes to dispute resolution ... Read more
Commercial Law Report Edition 8: Vaxxed, not waxed.
There is rather an amusing advert doing the rounds showing an elderly farmer heating up wax to remove the hair from his chest. He does so for a good few seconds, yelping at every pull. ... Read more
Commercial Law Report Edition 7: The law of win/win
As I reflect on this year: whilst it’s been a bit of a press, play and repeat of 2020, there have been some glimpses of recovery, accomplishment and collaboration that bode well for the future, along ... Read more
Commercial Law Report Edition 6: The devil is in the detail
As a businessman (and a lawyer, which helps) I am acutely aware of the importance of getting the wording correct in the drafting of commercial documents. Compliance aside, it is vital for the protection of your business and ... Read more
Commercial Law Report Edition 5
As I reflect back on 2020, what I have noticed most of all is that COVID-19 instantly proved remote work was possible for many people and industries. Workplace traditions and norms toppled like dominoes. The office, in-person meetings ... Read more
Commercial Law Report Edition 4: Good law’d, what a year!
Like me, I’m sure you are looking forward to seeing the back end of 2020, but rather than commiserating and carping on about what was, let us follow the advice of a few sages and ... Read more
Commercial Law Report Edition 3: Taking care of (your) business
The coronavirus pandemic is unlike any crisis business owners in South Africa have ever faced before. We are nothing if not resilient, pulling out all the stops to keep our heads above water, pay our staff and ... Read more
Commercial Law Report: Special Edition COVID-19
With the coronavirus pandemic declared a national disaster last week and the subsequent 21-day lock down in South Africa we need to consider how we are going to maintain business operations for the unforeseeable future and mitigate any fall out from coronavirus-related ... Read more
Commercial Law Report Edition 1
Welcome to the first issue of Gillan & Veldhuizen’s Commercial Law Report. We hope you enjoy this new way of keeping up-to-date with our latest news and changes to the legal landscape in South Africa. ... Read more