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The Laws of Life

The Laws of Life with Garry Hertzberg is a legal show presented in an entirely fresh format. It's labelled 'Reality Law' as Garry interviews people who have lived through or experienced something incredible. At the same time their stories highlight how the legal implications can be used to serve you. Guests share intimate and often harrowing experiences and human tragedy and triumph are addressed. The format is exciting and energetic and the practical aspects of law are relayed with reference to real life situations.
Weekly English South Africa Society & Culture
290 Episodes
36 – 56

Con Court Ruling on Labour Brokers: Significant or Not?

Despite the union claiming victory, what really is the practical impact of the Judgment. In studio with Garry and team is Andrew Levy, Labour Economist. This show is presented in collaboration with LegalTalkSA.
14 Aug 2018 24 min

The Legal Environment is Evolving

In studio with Garry and team is Attorney Alison Lee, who recently attended the International Corporate Counsel Forum in Canada. This show is presented in collaboration with LegalTalkSA.
7 Aug 2018 19 min

Ts & Cs: Hidden Legal Terms & Jargon

Are you being caught off guard by onerous terms and conditions? Have you been offered the most mouthwatering promotions, only to find out later that the Ts & Cs render it all very different to what you thought? What is the law on Ts & Cs, and would The Consumer…
7 Aug 2018 34 min

Human Trafficking: An Organised Crime

South Africa is a source, transit and destination country for human trafficking. Who is the most vulnerable to human trafficking? With Garry and team is Marcel van der Watt (Phd), an expert in human trafficking. This show is presented in collaboration with LegalTalkSA.
31 Jul 2018 46 min

Laws of Life - Copyright Bill: Musicians, Creators, Authors, Composers

Are you getting your fair share of royalties? YouTube - what can be uploaded? With Garry and team are Nick Matzukis - Advocate of the High Court and music industry expert, and Warrick Percy - head of licensing at mechanical rights organisation CAPASSO, discussing the latest on the Copyright Bill…
24 Jul 2018 55 min

Cybercrime: When is your Bank liable?

It's easy to be prey, but is it easy to get your money back? In studio with Garry and team is Mark Heyink - Information and Security Specialist Attorney - to discuss Information Security Law and the challenges facing South Africans. Presented in collaboration with LegalTalkSA.
17 Jul 2018 50 min

Contract Law: Scholarship Agreement

"I was awarded a 4-year bursary for Switzerland, but after one year they tried to pull out!" Luyanda Alexander was a helpless student who had to approach the courts to compel them to fulfil their obligations, after they raised all sorts of spurious defences and claims to avoid paying. In…
12 Jun 2018 44 min

Late Disclosure: Rape & Abuse Victims

Is it less painful to remain silent? In studio with Garry and team is Olivia, who for over three decades kept the darkest of secrets. Joining her is Miranda Jordan-Friedmann, Director of Women and Men Against Child Abuse, and Luke Lamprecht, a Child Protection and Development Specialist. Presented in collaboration…
5 Jun 2018 38 min

Durban girl to sing British Anthem at Rugby Test

The beautiful and talented Haylea Heyns discusses how she is incredibly honoured to have been chosen by SA Rugby to sing before millions in Johannesburg. This is especially prestigious as it is England’s first visit to South Africa in six years. Presented in collaboration with LegalTalkSA.
5 Jun 2018 10 min

Bank Foreclosure: Can you Lose your House for Unpaid Debt?

Tens of thousands of homes have been sold in execution by auction, often for a fraction of their true value. What do you if you are in danger of losing your home? Joining Garry and team is Attorney Michael Lombard to discuss the plans open to you, and whether the…
29 May 2018 49 min

Refusal To Marry Same Sex Couples

Same sex marriages have been legal since 2006, but marriage officers still refuse to solemnise a civil union between people of the same sex. Should they be exempted from officiating on the grounds of conscience and religion, or should they be compelled to carry out what the law intends? Recently…
22 May 2018 21 min

Absenteeism & the Abuse of Sick Leave

"South Africa is plagued by this epidemic and it is costing the economy billions each year with an estimated 15% of the workforce absent on any one day.” In studio with Garry and team is Andrew Levy - Labour Economist, well-known teacher, writer, arbitrator, broadcaster and commentator on South African…
15 May 2018 54 min

Strike Action in South Africa

"No Work, No Pay" - can you be dismissed? South Africa is in the grip of a nationwide bus strike, impacting thousands of commuters. In studio, Attorney Johan Botes of Baker Mckenzie and Saul Smith of Attorneys Dewey Hertzberg Levy on the law of industrial action and strikes. When you…
8 May 2018 56 min

Weight Loss Surgery

"I went from 146kgs to my now 55kgs and I have lost 50 kgs and counting!" Is this the way to go? In studio with Garry and team, Tessa Kassel and Leslie-Anne Bennett share their stories.
24 Apr 2018 56 min

2018 Firearm Amnesty & your FAQs on Firearm Law

Garry and team, with attorney Martin Hood, look at the amnesty regarding your rights if you have failed to renew your firearm licence, or possess a stolen firearm, or fall into another amnesty category. They also take your questions on Firearm legislation. Presented in collaboration with LegalTalkSA.
17 Apr 2018 23 min

The State vs Jacob Zuma: Analysis

What must the State prove to secure a conviction? In studio with Garry and team is attorney Martin Hood, who will unpack the charges and the likely testimony and examine the case in detail. Presented in collaboration with LegalTalkSA.
17 Apr 2018 23 min

E-Toll Non-Payment: Can you lose your driver's license?

In studio, Howard Dembovsky of Justice Project SA discusses the implications of the AARTO Amendment Bill and how it could affect you - the road user. This show is presented in collaboration with LegalTalkSA.
10 Apr 2018 28 min

All you ever wanted to know about Trusts

Should you have a Trust? What are the benefits? In studio with Garry and team is Phia van der Spuy of Trusteeze. This show is presented in collaboration with LegalTalkSA.
10 Apr 2018 29 min
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