by First Impact | Oct 30, 2025 | BodyGuard, Legal Angel, Mechanical Warranty, Tyre Angel
Key Takeaways: The Consumer Protection Act (CPA) protects you against defective vehicles and misleading sales practices. You have a six-month warranty on used cars from dealerships, regardless of what the dealer says. Voetstoots clauses don’t override your CPA...
by First Impact | Oct 10, 2025 | Legal Angel
Key Takeaways: South African consumers have strong legal protections during debt collection under the National Credit Act and Debt Collectors Act. You have the right to request proof of debt, verification of collector registration, and written statements. Most debts...
by First Impact | Aug 26, 2025 | Legal Angel
Key Takeaways Tenants in South Africa have fundamental rights to safe housing, privacy, and fair treatment under the Rental Housing Act. Landlords must provide 24 hours’ notice before entering rental properties and maintain properties in habitable condition....
by First Impact | Jun 27, 2025 | Legal Angel
Key Takeaways Legal Insurance waiting periods vary by benefit type, ranging from immediate access to six months. The legal advice line and bail assistance coordination are available from day one. Waiting periods exist to maintain fairness and keep premiums affordable....
by First Impact | Jun 2, 2025 | Legal Angel
Key Takeaways Tax season in South Africa can be stressful due to SARS audits, disputes, and the risk of heavy penalties. Legal Insurance from Bidvest Insurance covers legal costs, offers unlimited expert advice, and provides litigation support for tax disputes....
by First Impact | Jun 2, 2025 | Legal Angel
Key Takeaways Bidvest Insurance’s Legal Insurance offers legal protection including unlimited legal advice, bail assistance, divorce cover, and property transfer discounts. The policy has three coverage options – Essential, Comprehensive, and Elite. Some benefits,...
