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Common fears around consumer protection and e-commerce
This month we celebrate Mandela Day. It is a special time when our communities give back and support the many initiatives that this great man treasured. One of the most prolific statesmen of our time, Nelson Mandela also fought for, and constantly reminded us, of the...
The risks we face – from travel to e-commerce
We started last month advising on various aspects of Intellectual Property Law. Intellectual Property Law (IPL) covers many areas and it is important that you consult with an attorney well versed in such matters to ascertain exactly which area of IPL you ned to be...
Intellectual property – Copyrights and a Father to Son legacy
We started last month advising on various aspects of Intellectual Property Law. Intellectual Property Law (IPL) covers many areas and it is important that you consult with an attorney well versed in such matters to ascertain exactly which area of IPL you ned to be...
The protection of personal information – or POPI ACT
In the last couple of months, we have been looking into Intellectual Property Law or IPL and its many areas of legal practice. Trademarks, Patents and Copyrights are all a part of it and in essence, it is about protecting your property, both intellectual and creative....
Understanding intellectual law – Patents
As a versatile legal firm offering many aspects of legal as well as conveyancing and notary services, one of the primary areas of law that we cover under our Attorney banner is intellectual Property law – a fairly complex issue not always clearly understood by those...
Intellectual property – Trademarks and Trade secrets
In my last article, I wrote about Intellectual Property and what it is, and gave some advice on creating a Patent. I also advised on the importance of establishing exactly which area of Intellectual Property (I.P) you need to be dealing with as this in itself can save...
What does technology law mean for your business?
In business, some of the most important areas of concern are those around Technology as, for all its advantages, it can also be the source of crime, theft, fraud, and conflict. As we have already seen from previous articles I have written, Technology Law is...
Technology Law And The Protection Of Information
In a world that revolves around I.T, it stands to reason that technology and information are inextricably linked. Regarding Technology Law both business and private individuals should know what laws apply and how they use technology. Technology laws impact both...
The many facets of Technology law
In the last article we published, we talked about Technology law, what it is and what it consists of. It is often thought that cyber-crime, the best-known facet of this practice, is all there is to it but that is not the case, and we promised in this article to draw...
Is technology law just about cyber-crime?
Glenn Rooseboom Inc. is a multi-faceted legal entity. Apart from being Attorneys, Notaries and Conveyancers (and experienced exponents of all these areas of law) our full gambit of services include, amongst other things, Technology law. This is probably one of...
Don’t let your legacy let your family down!
Maybe you did some thinking in the holidays, set some new goals for yourself and February 2022 will be a time for new beginnings and possibly even starting new business ventures. This is an exciting time, but good advice on the preparation and the registration of a...
When love is in the air – don’t give it grounds for divorce!
One of the nicest things about being an Attorney is assisting newlyweds with setting up the right marriage contract and getting their marriage off on the right foot. One of the toughest things about being an Attorney is assisting in divorce matters and watching...
Useful tips on handling lease agreements
In our last article, we spoke about why an Attorney or Conveyancer needs to handle your property transactions, and in this article, we would like to give you some useful tips on handling lease agreements. As we enter a new year, it is a time that many people are...
Why Attorneys and Conveyancers handle property transactions
Some people feel that the fees payable to Attorneys and Conveyancers when it comes to property is a grudge purchase, so we would like to give you a few reasons as to why Attorneys and Conveyancers need to handle your property transactions. Bear in mind that property...
How risk and risk mitigation affect your business
As we enter the last month of 2021 and stand on the threshold of a new year we should be reminded that risk and the mitigation of risk are vital components of the efficacy of any project. We at Glenn Rooseboom Attorneys, Notaries and Conveyancers are experts in the...
What Attorneys have to do with Risk Management
In our last article, we spoke about risk management, what it meant to your business and some of the risk mitigation strategies that can be employed to minimise risk if risk appears to be too great. These are decisions that for all intents and purposes seem to be...
To buy or not to buy Residential property – that is the question
We all need somewhere to live and the age-old question has always been ''is it better to purchase a home or just to rent?'' Here in Cape Town at the moment, the market is pretty buoyant whichever path you choose to take and there are some good reasons for either...
The pros and cons of buying or leasing commercial property
Since the onset of the COVID 19 pandemic many people are now working from home, even those who are employed by large companies invested in some pretty serious commercial property. So the big question for investors is ''where will commercial property sales be going?''...
Why the wrong marriage contract often contributes to divorce
In this wonderful time of spring, people are looking to new beginnings. The love bug that bit around Valentine’s day is now often celebrated with nuptials and it is a time when wedding bells chime and long term future relationships are formed. A vital contributor to...
The most important thing to do before you say, ‘’I do!’’
As summer now really starts to unfold and the winter chills melt away we enter a time that wedding bells chime! Yes, it is wedding season and this is a multi-billion rand industry in South Africa. Unfortunately amongst all the preparations for the big day a vitally...
Estate planning is not just about the Will
A popular misconception is that if you have drawn up a Last Will and Testament that is all that you need to consider regarding your passing, but take it from us, Estate planning is not just about the Will. In this article, we take a look at a few of the other...
The Will is the way to protect your family and interests
Many people just don’t want to think of death and what they need to prepare for after they die, believing that if they are not ill they have time. Well, if the untimely and unexpected deaths that the COVID -19 pandemic has been responsible for have taught us anything,...
Go into E-Commerce with your eyes wide open!
E-Commerce is one of the most rapidly growing industries in the world today as we go more virtual in the ways we transact and conduct our businesses. Since the advent of COVID-19, its growth has been exponential and more and more people (Many who have lost jobs or...
Women in law – continuing a proud legacy
On the 9th of August, every year, we celebrate the strength and resilience of our women in South Africa, an honour that emanated from an event that will forever be remembered by all South Africans. It was an act of bravery at a time that not only women but all black...
