Monthly Archives: June 2023

Separated spouses may claim maintenance

2023-07-04T21:44:15+02:00June 27, 2023|ESTATE PLANNING, FAMILY LAW|

Separated spouses may claim maintenance Spouses who were separated at the time of the death of a spouse may also rely on the Maintenance of the Surviving Spouse Act 27 of 1990 (MSSA) in certain circumstances. Under the Act, a surviving spouse who was separated from the deceased spouse, but who is not legally divorced may be entitled to maintenance if: The deceased spouse was legally responsible for maintaining the ...

When does a tenant become an unlawful or illegal occupant?

2023-06-23T09:56:27+02:00June 5, 2023|LITIGATION LAW, PROPERTY LAW|

When does a tenant become an unlawful or illegal occupant? A tenant can become an unlawful or illegal occupant of a property under certain circumstances. Here are some situations where a tenant's occupation may be considered unlawful or illegal: Expiry or termination of the lease: If a tenant remains in possession of the property after the expiration or lawful termination of their lease agreement without the landlord's consent, their occupation becomes ...

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