Baartman & du Plessis Attorneys

18/10/2026

The Labour Compliance Universe: A Guide for Employers.
Time and again we see: an employment contract can be the difference between ending up at the CCMA or not. Every working relationship is built on this employment contract - employers should draft carefully, and employees should be well aware of what they are signing. But what type of employment contract is right for your situation?

Seeing us for the first time? Follow our page to stay up to date with the series and share with employers and business owners to prevent labour disputes and major issues.

Read it here (3mins read):
https://www.bdpattorneys.co.za/2026/09/21/understanding-employment-contracts-in-south-africa-permanent-vs-fixed-term-employment/

Every working relationship is built on an employment contract. It establishes the rights and responsibilities of the employer and the employee. It provides certainty about the terms upon which work is conducted.

15/10/2026

Good business relationships still need clear boundaries.

From confidential information and restraint provisions to franchise arrangements, settlement terms and memoranda of understanding, the right agreement can help protect your business before uncertainty turns into a dispute.

📞 (012) 548 7522/3
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📍 Pretoria
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13/10/2026

As December is drawing near and more people spend more time at home, some less-than-neighbourly conflict may arise over the fence of your property.

Sometimes, fencing disputes arise between neighbours in South Africa, especially when one landowner wants to upgrade or change a boundary fence. The law sets out the rights and responsibilities of neighbours in these situations, distinguishing between obligatory contribution areas and non-obligatory contribution areas. Understanding these rules can help landowners navigate fencing issues while maintaining good neighbourly relations.

Read it here (4mins read):
https://www.bdpattorneys.co.za/2025/04/01/the-rights-and-obligations-of-neighbours-under-the-fencing-act-31-of-1963/

12/10/2026

Most clients want to ask their legal team this one important question:

Will you be on my side?

At Baartman & Du Plessis Attorneys, we assist individuals and businesses across a range of specialised legal areas, including family law, litigation, private security, commercial law, property law, labour law, wills and estates, and criminal law.

If you require experienced legal assistance, contact our offices:
📞 (012) 548 7522/3
✉️ [email protected]
📍 Pretoria
🌐 www.bdpattorneys.co.za

Assertive. Effective. Affordable.

11/10/2026

The Labour Compliance Universe: A Guide for Employers.
Employers, do you know your 4 major legal duties as an employer in South Africa, as per SA's labour laws?
Employees, are you aware that you have 4 major legal duties as an employee?

If not, then this is a must-read for you.

Seeing us for the first time? Follow our page to stay up to date with the series and share with employers and business owners to prevent labour disputes and major issues.

Read it here (3mins read):
https://www.bdpattorneys.co.za/2026/09/03/what-are-the-legal-duties-of-employers-and-employees-in-the-south-african-workplace/

This article outlines the legal duties of both employers and employees in South Africa, in easy to understand terms.

08/10/2026

In business, clarity matters. Supplier relationships, distribution arrangements, partnerships, shareholder relationships and joint ventures all come with expectations, responsibilities and potential risk.

The goal is not simply to have a contract in place. It is to reduce uncertainty, prevent misunderstandings and give your business a stronger legal foundation if something goes wrong.

Need assistance with a commercial agreement?

📞 (012) 548 7522/3
✉️ [email protected]
📍 Pretoria
🌐 www.bdpattorneys.co.za

Assertive. Effective. Affordable.

07/10/2026

When does a private investigator, forensic investigator or commercial intelligence operator need to register with PSIRA in South Africa?

Read it here (2mins read):
https://www.bdpattorneys.co.za/2026/10/02/forensic-investigator-or-possible-accidental-criminal/

06/10/2026

As we are headed into the holidays, many people are preparing for joyous occasions - marriage. When it comes to customary marriages, it is important that each spouse understands what their legal position is.

Many people assume that a traditional marriage must be registered with the Department of Home Affairs for it to be valid, which is not the case. Registration is not a requirement for validity. Registration merely serves as proof that the marriage exists.

There are three marital property regimes. These marriage regimes also apply to customary law.

Read it here (3mins read):
https://www.bdpattorneys.co.za/2026/07/03/customary-marriage-and-the-a-n-c/

05/10/2026

Since 1997 and up to 2026, we've assisted Pretoria with legal matters in all aspects. With that legacy comes experience, knowledge, and an assertive team you can trust with your legal representation. And we look forward to serving you for another decade or more in Pretoria and Gauteng.

At Baartman & Du Plessis Attorneys, we assist individuals and businesses across a range of specialised legal areas, including family law, litigation, private security, commercial law, property law, labour law, wills and estates, and criminal law.

If you require experienced legal assistance, contact our offices:
📞 (012) 548 7522/3
✉️ [email protected]
📍 Pretoria
🌐 www.bdpattorneys.co.za

Assertive. Effective. Affordable.

04/10/2026

The Labour Compliance Universe: A Guide for Employers.
In today's article we discuss the legal grounds for termination of an employment contract in South Africa - a must-know for every employer (and employee).

Seeing us for the first time? Follow our page to stay up to date with the series and share with employers and business owners to prevent labour disputes and major issues.

Read it here (3mins read):
https://www.bdpattorneys.co.za/2026/08/26/understanding-termination-the-5-legal-grounds-for-ending-an-employment-contract-in-south-africa/

In South Africa, labour law specifies numerous legal options for terminating an employment contract. Each technique has unique procedural and substantive requirements, as well as specific implications. To ensure fair and legal process, both employers and employees must be familiar with these avenues...