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Construction Contracts: Is it a “one-size-fits-all” decision?
22 February 2024
Clients often have very different perceptions about the necessity and type of contract they may need for their construction contract.
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Surprisingly, even with large development projects, there is often the view that if you have the quote and designs, why then bother with a contract? In this article, we provide some guidance on the various types of c
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267
Article
An introduction to mergers and acquisitions in South Africa
24 January 2024
Mergers and Acquisitions or ‘M&As’ have become integral components of South Africa’s corporate landscape and play a crucial role in
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economic growth and development. In this article, we explore the legal framework and key considerations surrounding M&A transactions in South Africa by looking at the regulatory environment, c
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121
Article
Terminating a contract – beware of the fine print!
28 February 2023
In the world of contracts, the concluding of a contract is only the beginning of the process. Managing a contract
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to conclusion, including navigating all the pitfalls along the way, is just as big a part of the overall success of a contract. In this article we will explore the importance of correctly terminating a contract, as, let’s face it,
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170
Article
Remission of rent and sub-lessees
19 May 2022
The Covid-pandemic caused a major disruption to many commercial rental properties, with lessees claiming remission of rent because of their
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inability to use and enjoy the rental properties. Although subject to many factors, it is common cause that lessees have been able to claim remission of rent due to Covid-19. But what is the position when it co
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270
Article
How conditional is a performance guarantee?
15 November 2021
Our company recently had to provide a performance guarantee to guarantee work we have to do on a large civil
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project we have been contracted for. There have been a number of labour and environmental issues which have affected our ability to deliver with the contracted timeframes on the work, and the client is threatening to enforce our performance
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269
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Your right of pre-emption when a group of properties is being sold
14 July 2021
I rent a portion of a farm which forms part of a larger group of properties. In my lease agreement
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I have a standard right of pre-emption. It has come to my attention that the owner wishes to sell the entire portfolio of properties as a single transaction, including the portion I am leasing. I don’t want to lose the property, but I’m no
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324
Article
Construction Contracts: Is it a “one-size-fits-all” decision?
22 February 2024
Clients often have very different perceptions about the necessity and type of contract they may need for their construction contract.
...
Surprisingly, even with large development projects, there is often the view that if you have the quote and designs, why then bother with a contract? In this article, we provide some guidance on the various types of construction contracts that can be considered for a building project, large or small.
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267
Article
An introduction to mergers and acquisitions in South Africa
18 October 2023
Mergers and Acquisitions or ‘M&As’ have become integral components of South Africa’s corporate landscape and play a crucial role in
...
economic growth and development. In this article, we explore the legal framework and key considerations surrounding M&A transactions in South Africa by looking at the regulatory environment, competition law, due diligence, tax, and transaction structuring that accompanies M&A transactions.
show more
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121
Article
Terminating a contract – beware of the fine print!
28 February 2023
In the world of contracts, the concluding of a contract is only the beginning of the process. Managing a contract
...
to conclusion, including navigating all the pitfalls along the way, is just as big a part of the overall success of a contract. In this article we will explore the importance of correctly terminating a contract, as, let’s face it, things don’t always go to plan and you may need to climb out of a bad contract situation.
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170
Article
Remission of rent and sub-lessees
19 May 2022
The Covid-pandemic caused a major disruption to many commercial rental properties, with lessees claiming remission of rent because of their
...
inability to use and enjoy the rental properties. Although subject to many factors, it is common cause that lessees have been able to claim remission of rent due to Covid-19. But what is the position when it comes to a sub-lessee? Can a lessee claim for remission of rent if the sub-lessee was deprived of occupation?
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270
Article
How conditional is a performance guarantee?
15 November 2021
Our company recently had to provide a performance guarantee to guarantee work we have to do on a large civil
...
project we have been contracted for. There have been a number of labour and environmental issues which have affected our ability to deliver with the contracted timeframes on the work, and the client is threatening to enforce our performance bond. Surely, this enforcement of the bond must be subject to reasonableness?
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269
Article
Your right of pre-emption when a group of properties is being sold
14 July 2021
I rent a portion of a farm which forms part of a larger group of properties. In my lease agreement
...
I have a standard right of pre-emption. It has come to my attention that the owner wishes to sell the entire portfolio of properties as a single transaction, including the portion I am leasing. I don’t want to lose the property, but I’m not sure if my right of pre-emption still applies if the group of properties is being sold?
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