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Contested Will Set Aside for Fraud and Undue Influence

Donovan Avenant

Director

Nicole Padayachee

Candidate Attorney

On 30 June 2026, the High Court of South Africa, KwaZulu-Natal Local Division, Durban, handed down judgment in Animal Anti-Cruelty League and Others v Moodley and Others, declaring a disputed will null and void on the grounds of fraud and undue influence.

When Seconds Count: MHSA Regulation 16.7 and the “Missing Person Locator” Gap in South African Mining

In the aftermath of a serious incident underground, time becomes the single most important commodity.

“Substance over form” in Machi v Chep SA (Pty) Ltd: The LAC confirms that an overly formalistic approach to disciplinary charges is inappropriate

The focus of any disciplinary enquiry must be the charges brought against the employee.

Restraint of trade agreements: Does an employer waive its restraints when dismissing an employee?

On 27 October 2025, the Labour Appeal Court (“LAC”) gave reasons for why it enforced a restraint of trade agreement on 30 July 2025, in the matter of Backsports (Pty) Limited v Motlhanke and Another (JA2025/091548) 2025 ZALAC 50 (27 October 2025).

Thomson Wilks Attorneys expands footprint through merger with former office of Eversheds Sutherland Durban

Stephen Thomson, founder and director of Thomson Wilks, says that the merger presents many advantages for both firms. “The strong team in Durban provides the critical mass Thomson Wilks has been seeking in Durban for some time and allows us to deliver a broader, more comprehensive offering to clients in KwaZulu-Natal.”

HPCSA’S new Ethical Rules: AI use and End-Of-Life Decisions

The Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) has issued revised ethical guidelines affecting two central areas of practice.

Mining and Traditional Leadership in South Africa: Consultation, Consent and Project Certainty

South Africa’s mining projects turn on regulatory certainty, predictable timelines, and sustained social legitimacy.

NEWS & MEDIA

Latest article

Contested Will Set Aside for Fraud and Undue Influence

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When Seconds Count: MHSA Regulation 16.7 and the “Missing Person Locator” Gap in South African Mining

“Substance over form” in Machi v Chep SA (Pty) Ltd: The LAC confirms that an overly formalistic approach to disciplinary charges is inappropriate

Restraint of trade agreements: Does an employer waive its restraints when dismissing an employee?

Thomson Wilks Attorneys expands footprint through merger with former office of Eversheds Sutherland Durban

HPCSA’S new Ethical Rules: AI use and End-Of-Life Decisions

Mining and Traditional Leadership in South Africa: Consultation, Consent and Project Certainty

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