07/11/2024 Bertus Preller Abuse, Defamation, Domestic Violence, Malicious Prosecution, Physical Abuse actio iniuriarum, Aquilian action, bail conditions, Case Law, civil damages, civil litigation, constitutional damages, court judgments, Court Procedures, criminal allegations, damages quantum, defamation law, divorce consequences, expert evidence, false allegations, false criminal charges, Judicial Discretion, Justice Gamble, Legal Costs, Legal Fees, legal precedent, legal principles, legal remedies, malicious prosecution, non-patrimonial damages, patrimonial loss, psychological damage, pure economic loss, reputational damage, South African courts, Western Cape High Court Defamation Disaster: From Love at Sea to Legal Storm – Court Awards R665K in G.C v J.C and Others (14205/2014) [2024] ZAWCHC 354. Background: From Marriage to Malicious Charges In what reads like a script from a dramatic courtroom series, the tale of an Italian cruise ship head waiter and a South African… READ MORE
26/09/2024 Bertus Preller Abuse, Coercive Control, Cultural Abuse, Digital Abuse, Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence, Emotional Abuse, Financial Abuse, Harassment, Physical Abuse, Psychological Abuse Burden of Proof, credibility assessment, domestic violence, Domestic Violence Act, evidence evaluation, High Court Judgment, Judicial Review, legal precedent, legal safeguards, magistrates court, mental health, protection orders, relationship dynamics, South African Law Tipping the Scales: High Court Overturns Domestic Violence Order in K.J.G v J.T.G (A85/2024) [2024] ZAGPPHC 913. Background: A Troubled Marriage and the Domestic Violence Act The case of K.J.G v J.T.G (A85/2024) ZAGPPHC 913 (6 September 2024) offers a poignant glimpse into the complexities of domestic… READ MORE
11/08/2024 Bertus Preller Abuse, Coercive Control, Cultural Abuse, Digital Abuse, Domestic Violence, Emotional Abuse, Financial Abuse, Harassment, Harrassment, Neglect, Physical Abuse, Psychological Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Spiritual Abuse, Verbal Abuse attrition rates, contextual approach, domestic violence, feminist jurisprudence, gender-based violence, judicial education, legal barriers, legal reform, Protection from Harassment Act, S v P case, South Africa, survivor disclosure, survivor rights, trauma-informed justice Unsilencing Survivors: A Feminist Lens on Domestic Violence Cases in South Africa – Insights from S v P 2022 2 SACR 81 (WCC). Introduction: The Scourge of Domestic Violence in South Africa Domestic violence remains a pervasive and deeply troubling issue in South African society, as highlighted by Sheena Swemmer in her insightful… READ MORE
09/06/2024 Bertus Preller Abuse, Best Interests of the Child, Child Bullying, Children, Physical Abuse, Schooling anti-bullying policies, bully rehabilitation, bullying intervention, bullying prevention, bullying statistics, child bullying, Child Justice Act, Code of Conduct, cyberbullying, disciplinary measures, educational policies, emotional bullying, in loco parentis, learner safety, Legal Framework, legal ramifications, physical bullying, rehabilitation, restorative justice, SASA, school environment, school governance, school liability, South Africa, South African Schools Act, student protection, Unisa study, victim support, youth justice ADDRESSING CHILD BULLYING AT SCHOOL IN SOUTH AFRICA: LEGAL RAMIFICATIONS AND RESTORATIVE JUSTICE. INTRODUCTION Bullying is a pervasive issue that extends beyond mere playground conflicts, affecting the psychological and emotional well-being of children. It is a complex phenomenon that involves repeated aggressive behaviour… READ MORE
16/05/2024 Bertus Preller Abuse, Coercive Control, Cultural Abuse, Digital Abuse, Domestic Violence, Emotional Abuse, Financial Abuse, Harassment, Harrassment, Interim Protection Order, Neglect, Physical Abuse, Psychological Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Spiritual Abuse, Verbal Abuse The Crucial Role of Full Disclosure in Domestic Violence Interim Protection Orders: Legal Standards, Case Law, and Practical Guidance. INTRODUCTION TO THE DUTY OF FULL DISCLOSURE IN DOMESTIC VIOLENCE APPLICATIONS The principle of full disclosure is paramount in ex parte applications, where orders are granted without notice to the… READ MORE
28/01/2024 Bertus Preller Abuse, Coercive Control, Digital Abuse, Emotional Abuse, Financial Abuse, Harassment, Physical Abuse, Psychological Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Verbal Abuse courtroom battles in familial disputes, domestic abuse legal solutions, domestic relationship legalities, domestic violence act and siblings, domestic violence court orders, domestic violence legal consequences, domestic violence legal framework, familial violence and legal recourse, family conflict legal guidance, family court proceedings in South Africa, family dispute resolutions, family dynamics in South African law, family law and domestic violence, family law interpretation, judicial interpretation of domestic relationships, legal advice on family conflicts, legal aspects of family feuds, legal defense against familial abuse, legal dynamics in family disputes, legal protection in family violence, legal response to domestic abuse, legal strategies against domestic abuse, navigating domestic violence protection, protective orders in family law, sibling relationship laws, South Africa domestic abuse laws, South African domestic violence legislation, understanding domestic violence statutes, understanding family law in SA Family Feuds Under the Law: Decoding Domestic Violence and Legal Protections in South Africa. – J.G v A.N (A3132/2021) [2024] ZAGPJHC 45 (26 January 2024). Background and Legal Framework Introduction to the Case In the case of J.G v A.N (A3132/2021) ZAGPJHC 45 dated 26 January 2024, an appeal was lodged against a final protection… READ MORE
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16/12/2023 Bertus Preller Abuse, Adversarial Legal System, Children, Coercive Control, Cohabitation, Counselling, Cultural Abuse, Digital Abuse, Divorce, Emotional Abuse, Financial Abuse, Harrassment, Hostile Family Lawyers, Infidelity, Life Partnerships, Living Together, Marriage, Mediation, Neglect, Physical Abuse, Psychological Abuse, Reasons for Dicorce, Sexual Abuse, Spiritual Abuse, Verbal Abuse Amazon, Apple Books, Bertus Preller, communication skills, Conflict Resolution, couple counseling, couple therapy, divorce lawyer, emotional intelligence, Family Law, healthy marriage, legal expertise, love and relationships, marital guidance, marriage advice, matrimonial advice, navigating relationships., partnership tips, psychological insights, relationship book, Relationship Challenges, relationship dynamics, Relationship Guide, relationship maintenance, relationship resilience, relationship strategies, self-help, Takealot, The Unexpected Counsellor, understanding love The Unexpected Counsellor – A Divorce Lawyer’s Strategies to Navigate Love and Avoid Heartbreak. About the Book In the intricate dance of relationships, where every step counts and every misstep matters, Bertus Preller's latest book, "The Unexpected Counsellor," emerges as a beacon of wisdom… READ MORE
02/12/2023 Bertus Preller Abuse, Coercive Control, Cultural Abuse, Digital Abuse, Emotional Abuse, Financial Abuse, Harassment, Neglect, Physical Abuse, Psychological Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Spiritual Abuse, Verbal Abuse 16 Days of Activism, abusive relationships, advocacy, Bertus Preller Books, breaking the silence, community support, counselling, domestic violence, emotional manipulation, empowerment, fear in abuse, GBV prevention strategies, gender-based violence, healing and recovery, intimate partner violence, legal assistance, mental health, poverty and GBV, psychological trauma, public health crisis, relationship red flags, societal change, South Africa, survivor support, The Unexpected Counsellor Book, women and children impact Understanding Abusive Relationships: An In-depth Look during the 16 Days of Activism in South Africa. Abusive relationships present a complex and deeply troubling issue worldwide, with ripples extending far beyond the immediate victims. This article delves into the intricate dynamics of abusive relationships, focusing particularly… READ MORE