Chabalala & Co – Website Terms and Conditions, POPIA & PAIA Disclaimer
Effective Date: January 2026
1. Introduction
1.1. Welcome to the website of Chabalala & Co (hereinafter “the Firm”), a law firm registered in South Africa.
1.2. By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use this website.
1.3. The Firm reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions at any time. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any such changes.
2. Use of Website
2.1. The content on this website is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
2.2. No attorney-client relationship is created by accessing or using this website.
2.3. Users are responsible for ensuring that any information obtained from this website is suitable for their own legal needs before relying on it.
3. Intellectual Property
3.1. All content on this website, including text, images, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of Chabalala & Co or its licensors and is protected under applicable intellectual property laws.
3.2. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from this content without prior written consent from the Firm.
4. Limitation of Liability
4.1. The Firm does not accept any liability for any loss, damage, or harm arising from the use or reliance on information contained on this website.
4.2. The Firm is not responsible for third-party websites that may be linked from this website and does not endorse or guarantee the accuracy of their content.
5. Governing Law
5.1. These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa.
5.2. Any disputes arising from the use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of South Africa.
6. POPIA Disclaimer – Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013
6.1. Collection of Personal Information
The Firm collects personal information provided voluntarily by website users, including but not limited to name, email address, telephone number, and other contact details.
6.2. Purpose of Processing
Personal information is collected and processed solely for the purposes of:
6.2.1. Responding to inquiries;
6.2.2. Providing legal services;
6.2.3. Marketing or newsletters (where consent is given); and
6.2.4. Complying with statutory obligations.
6.3. Consent and Security
6.3.1. By submitting personal information via this website, you consent to its collection, processing, and storage by the Firm. 6.3.2. The Firm implements reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure.
6.4. Access, Correction, and Deletion
You have the right to request access to, correction, or deletion of your personal information held by the Firm by contacting admin@chabalalalegal.co.za.
7. PAIA Disclaimer – Promotion of Access to Information Act 2 of 2000
7.1. Access to Information
7.1.1. The Firm has a PAIA Manual available to members of the public, which contains information on the records held by the Firm and how to request access to such records.
7.1.2. Requests for access to records must be submitted in accordance with the procedures set out in the PAIA Manual.
7.2. Contact for PAIA Requests
All PAIA requests should be directed to the Information Officer:
Chabalala & Co Email: admin@chabalalalegal.co.za
Telephone: +27 (0)78 497 6211
7.3. Processing of Requests
The Firm will process requests for access to information in accordance with the provisions of the PAIA Act. Fees for reproduction and processing may apply.
8. Cookies and Tracking
8.1. This website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience.
8.2. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website features may not function correctly.