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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
48 – 68

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

The Risk of Signing Surety

Have you signed surety for your company, a student loan, a family friend or best friend? Can you cancel it, get out of it, avoid it or enforce it? Garry and the team discuss suretyships (incorporating the Summary Judgment Procedure) with guest attorney Emile Myburgh. This show is presented in…
3 Apr 2018 27 min

Esidimeni: The Actuary who did the Calculations

This week’s Laws of Life Unsung Hero - in studio with Garry and team is actuary Greg Whitaker who made a substantive contribution to the Life Esidimeni arbitration hearings in support of the 144 mental patients who died, and the 1418 exposed to trauma and morbidity. This show is presented…
3 Apr 2018 27 min

Class Action: Listeriosis & Silicosis

“One life lost is one too many”. Garry and team are joined by Advocate Andy Bester on class action lawsuits and how victims and their families are compensated in law. This show is presented in collaboration with LegalTalkSA.
27 Mar 2018 43 min

Diplomatic & International Law: Is a cold war returning?

Discussing the expulsion of Diplomats and more... in studio with Garry and team are Riaan de Jager (Principal State Law Adviser), and Albie Laubscher (Director Diplomatic Immunities and Privileges) - both of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation in Pretoria. This show is presented in collaboration with LegalTalkSA.
20 Mar 2018 49 min

Delinquent Directors

How can a creditor hold a director personally liable for the debts of a company? In studio with Garry and team is attorney Emile Myburgh, discussing when directors can be compelled to pay losses personally. This show is presented in collaboration with LegalTalkSA.
13 Mar 2018 47 min

Commercial Leases: Who Has More Rights - Landlord or Tenant?

Can the landlord cut electricity to the leased premises? What are the common area responsibilities? Many issues to discuss - return of the deposit, condition of the premises on occupation, improvements to the premises, interest on deposit and much more. Joining Garry and team is Madeleine Truter, Advocate of the…
6 Mar 2018 55 min

New Property Valuations: Are you properly rated?

A must listen for every property owner - business and residential. The City of Johannesburg has just released its General Valuation Roll. Smaller municipalities like Muzumbe, Kouga, Thabazimbi, Steve Tshwete, Midvaal and George also have their valuations out for inspection. If the valuation is out of line for your property,…
27 Feb 2018 50 min

Turning State Witness

Will Jacob Zuma turn against the Guptas and possibly his son? In studio with Garry and team is Attorney Pieter de Weerdt of Ian Levitt Attorneys Sandton to discuss indemnities, plea bargains, and the various options available to the president.
13 Feb 2018 19 min

Prison Sentences

"GO TO JAIL... go directly to jail.” How are out courts dealing with offenders? Are they “Passing Go” or being sent to prison? What is the law on a parent being sent to jail? Is it in the best interests of her child, or did the dishonest parent not think…
13 Feb 2018 29 min

Venting & Ranting on Social Media

What are the legal considerations of vitriol, racist and hurtful comments? Can the site administrators be liable for postings? In studio with Garry and team are attorneys Rosalind Davey and Lenja Dahms-Jansen - authors of Social Media in the Workplace. Special guests are Carey Taylor - administrator of the Facebook…
6 Feb 2018 56 min

Is Your IP Protected?

Your creation, your invention, your literary and artistic work, your design and symbols, your names, your images... in studio with Garry and team is attorney Jeremy Kingsbury on your Intellectual Property questions.
30 Jan 2018 54 min

Pro Bono (FREE) Legal Services by Attorneys

What are Attorneys in South Africa doing to provide pro bono legal assistance to the public? Our guest in studio from Werksmans Attorneys explains the role of Pro Bono attorneys.
23 Jan 2018 22 min
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