First published in 1996, Workplace Law has become one of the most widely used and frequently quoted text books on South African labour law. This 12th edition has been revised and supplemented to incorporate the latest case law, as well as the latest amendments to labour legislation. Workplace Law provides a complete overview of issues that have arisen and are likely to arise on the shop floor, in court and in arbitration proceedings - from unfair labour practices, through employment equity, dismissal and collective bargaining, to strikes. This updated, comprehensive and reliable work is a convenient and indispensable guide to a complex and fascinating area of law. Workplace Law is also available in electronic form as part of Juta's Labour Library, where it is updated quarterly.

The text and features are revised and updated, to reflect relevant legal developments within the recent period. This second edition includes a new chapter which frames methods of truth verification within a multicultural context, drawing upon approaches to evidence presentation and dispute resolution within diverse societies.

The text includes extensive new material that addresses the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act, 2002, and digital and computer-based forensic issues. Content relating to methods of scientific truth verification is expanded to reflect the rapid technological developments within this field.

The text structure is adjusted to ensure greater coherence within the subject matter.Certain areas of content now reflect additional substance to support clear explanation and understanding.

Eric Morris’ Technique in Litigation has been of inestimable value to fledgling advocates and attorneys for four decades. The book is concerned with litigation in both the High Courts and the magistrates’ courts, and provides useful, practical guidance on all aspects of litigation.

The sixth edition of Technique in Litigation has been substantially revised and updated, resulting in a book that still captures Morris’ humour and timeless wisdom, while at the same time being thoroughly topical and practical for the modern lawyer seeking to become a courtroom specialist.

The book will be of value not only to young practitioners still learning the technique of litigation, but also to more experienced practitioners to verify and enhance their courtroom techniques.

The Law Student's Dictionary is an invaluable reference work for all law students. The terms have been chosen with the specific needs of the undergraduate student in mind, providing a full insight into legal terminology and ensuring students are familiar with terms they will encounter during their studies.
The dictionary includes substantial entries on core student topics which outline the conceptual importance of key areas, to give students an idea of how these terms have been shaped by, and in turn shape, how lawyers think. Some older terms are also included - -although they are not used to frame the current law, students will come across these words of historical significance in the course of their studies.
The text features cross-referencing of terms and definitions, giving students the opportunity to expand and contextualize their knowledge, and the material is presented in a new two-color page design, which allows for quick and easy navigation.

Part of the Juta’s Property Law Library series, this new edition offers a comprehensive and authoritative discussion of all aspects of property law in South Africa.

The 3rd edition reflects recent developments in case law and literature, and expands extensively on the new comparative sections which include asset forfeiture, constructive expropriation and the public-purpose requirement for expropriation.

The author has won international acclaim for his work in the field.

Tax Law: An Introduction deals with the fundamentals of income tax in a practical and clear manner that makes this book an ideal tool for tax teachers.

Written for students, this much-needed textbook simplifies complex concepts and avoids unnecessary jargon as it explains the key objectives and principles of taxation. The book sheds light on contemporary South African tax law and the most important tax cases. It covers the process of tax collection as well as the interpretation of tax legislation.

Tax Law: An Introduction is intended to ease the teaching and understanding of an often-daunting subject.

Labour Law in Context (2nd edition) offers comprehensive coverage of the key aspects of South African labour law.

It is the ideal companion to support both students of law and non-law students throughout their studies.

It is also suitable for anyone doing a short course in aspects of labour law, or for those who want to keep up-to-date with key labour law issues and rulings.

"Everything should be made as simple as possible but not simpler." -Albert Einstein. The authors of this book firmly believe in this principle. This book aims to explain labour law as simply as possible without losing the essence and importance of labour law rules in the workplace.

This book uses plain and understandable language and practical examples to explain concepts. Visual aids such as tables or graphics and mind maps will explain difficult concepts further. In a nutshell, this book is an essential tool for any keen student or reader on the topic. This is a thoroughly revised new book, building on the foundations of the first three editions, but expanded and updated to meet the needs of the students using it.

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Peté & Hulmes Civil Procedure: A Practical Guide, Fourth Edition, offers a rigorous, clear and supportive introduction to the theory and practice of civil procedure. The text provides an in-depth comparative view of the procedures of the Magistrates Courts and High Court, and includes discussion of procedures of the Supreme Court of Appeal, Constitutional Court and Small Claims Court.

This fourth edition text is thoroughly revised and updated to address the many developments in case law, and amendments to relevant legislation, rules and forms, that have occurred since the publication of the previous edition of this work. In addition, the fourth edition text includes a new discussion of legal aid in civil matters.

Peté & Hulmes Civil Procedure: A Practical Guide is designed as a learning system that, by enabling a process of mind-mapping, supports effective mastery of the subject matter. The text orientates and guides readers through the many procedures, enabling clear understanding of how these procedures correlate and operate in practice. Various elements underpin the mind-mapping approach, including numerous diagrams that enable readers to quickly comprehend complex systems and procedures. The text offers further useful resources, such as precedents that demonstrate practical application of the subject matter and an extensive glossary of terms.

The Constitution informs every aspect of our legal system and every instance of interpretation and application of that system. The Bill of Rights Handbook’s detailed coverage of all aspects of Bill of Rights jurisprudence and practice has made it the standard reference work for this important area of law, and it has been extensively relied upon and quoted by the judiciary.

The sixth edition of the Handbook is a comprehensive account of over two decades of jurisprudence interpreting and applying the Bill of Rights. The work has been thoroughly revised, in particular to cover developments in the areas of constitutional jurisdiction, remedies and socio-economic rights.

This is the fifth edition of the book that has appeared for the first time in 1992 as a relatively concise text, primarily aimed at students in the law of succession. In its successive editions the book has evolved into a more general source on the South African law of succession. Through its approach, presentation and systematic method the work remains ideal for use as a textbook in courses in the law of succession. The fifth edition again strives to provide the reader with a comprehensive overview of the different facets of the law of succession, in the light of recent developments that have affected this branch of the law.

This book deals comprehensively with the areas of law applied in the commercial sphere.

Topics include the general principles of the law of contract, nominate contracts, e-commerce, fintech and financial law, tax law and insolvency law.

Dean & Dyer's Introduction To Intellectual Property Law In South Africa, Second Edition, offers a rigorous and accessible introduction to the various branches of South African intellectual property law.

This second edition text is thoroughly revised and updated to address the many, general developments in case law, and amendments to relevant legislation, that have occurred since the publication of the previous edition of this work. In addition, the text addresses the multifarious developments that have occurred within the digital environment, as relevant to trademark and copyright law, and includes discussion of artificial intelligence as an

important development in the law of copyright. Dean & Dyer’s Introduction to Intellectual Property Law in South Africa, Second Edition, offers an enquiring approach, and a pedagogical framework that supports independent critical and reflective engagement with the subject matter.

Evidential Aspects of Law Enforcement will assist law enforcement officers with gaining a clear understanding of the legal principles involved in the gathering of evidence, whether on crime scenes or during further investigations.

A successful prosecution depends on the value of the evidence gathered from the moment that the crime was reported. Evidential Aspects of Law Enforcement addresses the law of evidence and aspects of the law of criminal procedure that relate to the law of evidence. The book also explains the importance of effecting an arrest to facilitate the gathering of evidence from a suspect (such as fingerprints and DNA), and how the conduct of the enforcement officer may affect investigations.

Evidential Aspects of Law Enforcement explains technical legal terms in a straightforward and practical way, and contains the information that all law enforcement officers require to perform their duties effectively.

The fifth edition of Beginner’s Guide for Law Students is a foundational text which introduces first-year law students to basic legal terminology and definitions; the South African legal system’s objectives, history and subdivisions; and legal research skills.

Students are introduced to the law as it stands, in accessible terms, with reference to the different sources of law and popular media, to demonstrate how the law affects the everyday lives of individuals and groups in South Africa. Without detracting from the book’s accessibility, students are made aware of the law’s complexity, contestability and uncertainties.

Beginner’s Guide for Law Students goes further in exposing students to critical voices on existing law and encourages students to start developing their own informed opinions about the legal system and what it can and cannot achieve in addressing South African problems today. Students are invited to continuously reflect on the implications of the ‘transformative’ Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 for the various dimensions of law. However, it is also shown that transformative constitutionalism is not the be-all and end-all of South African law, free from its own limits and criticism. As such, relevant 'decolonial’ critiques of transformative constitutionalism are explored.

Companies and other Business Structures in South Africa offers a clear and practical approach to the law relating to companies, close corporations, trust entities, partnerships and financial markets.

The fifth edition is comprehensively revised to address the extensive common law jurisprudence that has developed since the Companies Act 71 of 2008 was promulgated, and offers expanded commentary to support meaningful understanding and practical application of the legislative provisions and common law. In addition, the fifth edition offers a new chapter that discusses the obligations of business enterprises in relation to human rights.

Companies and other Business Structures in South Africa is suited as core course material for students of all disciplines, who are studying company law at undergraduate or postgraduate level. The text balances rigour and depth with accessibility, and offers a clear pedagogical structure that supports effective learning and independent engagement wi t h the subject matter. To support teaching and learning, teaching presentation and assessment materials are available to lecturers.

The book is also a useful resource for legal or accounting practitioners who may wish to engage with practical and current principles of the field.

This book is an introductory text for students of property law

The book provides undergraduate students with an extensive exposition of the general principles of South African Property Law. It is a sister title to Silberberg and Schoeman's The Law of Property which is written for postgraduate students and legal practitioners.

First published in 2010, this book is the most comprehensive exposition of practice and procedure in the various forums charged with resolving employment and labour disputes in South Africa. It provides an overview of the nature, powers and jurisdiction of the CCMA, bargaining councils, the Labour Court and private arbitrators, and guides the reader through the maze of rules and procedures that must be followed to process matters through these forums, while giving useful tips on how to avoid or surmount obstacles that might arise along the way.

This book is more than a practice manual. It sets out the principles underlying the issues discussed and illustrates them with many examples from decided cases.

Labour Litigation and Dispute Resolution forms one volume of a quartet by the author, which together covers the entire field of labour law as it has developed in South Africa to date.

Administrative Justice in South Africa: An Introduction offers a clear, comprehensive and practical explanation of administrative justice in South Africa, and includes discussion of the important process of judicial review. Practical in its approach, the text provides valuable focus on the application of principles to case law, problem-solving methodology, and specific procedural aspects of administrative justice. The text offers a clear pedagogical framework which develops independent, critical and reflective engagement with the subject matter. A strong conceptual and enquiring approach enriches knowledge, and engages readers in an interactive, topical and challenging manner. Additional educational resources support teaching, further assisting students to develop the academic skills required to master their studies. Administrative Justice in South Africa: An Introduction is suited as core course material for students who are studying administrative law as a module of the LLB degree. It is also a useful resource for legal practitioners who may wish to engage with foundational and current principles of the field.

Law of Persons, now in its seventh edition, has become a standard text on the South African law of persons. The book was first published in 1995, just after the dawn of South Africa’s first democratic dispensation. The book constitutes a general and fully referenced source on the law of persons, and reflects the transformation of the law of persons in line with the values entrenched in the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996, with specific reference to the Bill of Rights. The book’s systematic approach and comprehensive overview make it suitable as a textbook.

Trynie Boezaart (previously writing under the name CJ Davel) has authored Law of Persons since the book was first published. She is Professor Emeritus at the University of Pretoria, founder of the Centre for Child Law at the University of Pretoria, Director of the Centre for Child Law until 2008, and an Advocate of the High Court of South Africa. She has served as an Acting Judge in the High Court and was the Head of the Department of Private Law at the University of Pretoria for more than eight years. Furthermore, she enjoys international recognition for research in child law and the law of persons, has lectured extensively in the law of persons for more than three decades, and has published widely on numerous aspects of the law of persons and related fields.

The Basic Guide to Criminal Procedure explains the law of criminal procedure in understandable language and with reference to the rights in the Constitution of South Africa.

Useful discussions of relevant cases are included throughout the book. The important forms used in criminal procedure are also provided as annexures at the back of the book.

Contents Include:
1. Basic concepts in criminal procedure
2. The pre-trial phase
3. The plea phase
4. The trial phase
5. The sentencing phase
6. The post-trial phase
7. Annexures (forms)
- Written notice to appear in court
- Age estimation of child
- Warrant of arrest
- Guilty statement in terms of s 112(2)
- Plea and sentence agreement
- Not-guilty statement in terms of s 115(2)
- Bail receipt
- Application for leave to appeal
8. Glossary of Latin terms

The South African Law of Evidence is the authoritative and comprehensive guide to the law of evidence in South Africa, combining the received wisdom of the past with the imperatives of the 1996 Constitution, and includes more in-depth discussion of such topics as hearsay, admissions and confessions, and privilege.

Constitutional jurisprudence and extensive use of comparative international case-law and literature broaden your understanding of the theory underpinning the nature and problem of proof plus this 3rd edition is more up-to-date and comprehensive.