Family Law & Labour Law Resources
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Marriage Amendment Act
19 of 1968
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This act regulates marriages in South Africa, providing the legal framework for marriage contracts and procedures.
Recognition of Customary Marriages Act 120 of 1998
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This act recognizes marriages conducted according to indigenous African customs, ensuring they have equal legal standing with civil marriages.
Divorce Act
70 of 1979
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This act allows for "no-fault" divorce, meaning that parties can dissolve their marriage without proving wrongdoing. It outlines the procedures for divorce and the rights of spouses regarding property and maintenance
Children's Act
38 of 2005
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This legislation focuses on the rights and welfare of children, covering aspects such as custody, guardianship, and adoption
Maintenance Act
99 of 1998
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This act provides for the maintenance of spouses and children after separation or divorce, ensuring that financial support is available to those in need
Domestic Violence Act
116 of 1998
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This act aims to protect individuals from domestic violence, offering legal remedies and protection orders to victims
Labour Relations Act
66 of 1995
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This act regulates the organization of trade unions, collective bargaining processes, strikes, and lockouts. It establishes the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) for dispute resolution and sets up the Labour Court and Labour Appeal Court
Basic Conditions of Employment Act 75 of 1997
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This act outlines minimum employment conditions such as working hours, leave entitlements, and remuneration. It aims to protect employees from exploitation by establishing baseline working conditions
Employment Equity Act
55 of 1998
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This legislation promotes equal opportunity and fair treatment in employment through affirmative action measures to eliminate discrimination in the workplace
Unemployment Insurance Act
63 of 2001
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This act provides for unemployment benefits to workers who lose their jobs and regulates contributions to the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF)
Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act 130 of 1994
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This act provides compensation to workers who are injured or contract diseases while performing their work duties
Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act No. 53 of 2003
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Although primarily focused on economic empowerment, this act also intersects with labor law by promoting equitable representation in the workplace