A closer look at maintenance court procedures in South Africa
Divorce and maintenance claims are often emotionally charged and legally complex processes. In South Africa, the maintenance court, established under the Maintenance Act 99 of 1998, plays an important role in ensuring that dependents, particularly children, are financially supported after a divorce or separation. The maintenance court is a specialised court established under Section 3 […]
I can no longer afford to pay maintenance, what should I do?
Some of us are faced with the issue of not being able to meet our financial obligations. One such obligation could be a maintenance order. South African law, imposes harsh sanctions on maintenance debtors who fail to adhere to their maintenance obligations. Therefore, If you ever find yourself in a position where you are no […]