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An introduction to our courts and court procedure
Attorney Paul Jacobson provides a basic introduction to our civil court system. An introduction to our courts and court procedure Source: Attorney Paul Jacobson While most
Driving a Hard Bargain – A Case of Applying Economic Pressure to an Agreement
The Supreme Court of Appeal recently examined the distinction to be drawn between agreements concluded as a consequence of normal and acceptable economic bargaining on
Refusing Information In Terms of the Promotion of Access To Information Act No. 2 Of 2000
The Promotion of Access to Information Act No. 2 of 2000 (“the Information Act”) has already received much attention from our courts. In a recent
Refusing Information In Terms of the Promotion of Access To Information Act No. 2 Of 2000
The Promotion of Access to Information Act No. 2 of 2000 (“the Information Act”) has already received much attention from our courts. In a recent
Holding directors personally liable for company debts
There have been a number of high profile corporate nose-dives recently (Tollgate, Leisurenet and Fidentia), with hefty jail time being handed out to directors or
Securing The Keys: A parent’s personal liability for failing to supervise a child
In Wessels v Pretorius 2007 JDR 0861 (SCA) the Supreme Court of Appeal (“SCA”) dealt with the negligence and personal liability of a father who
Regional Courts Get More Power
The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development has amended the Magistrates’ Courts Act of 1944 giving powers to Regional Courts to deal with civil cases.
Class Actions And Collective Redress Litigation In South Africa
Are class actions a part of the South African legal landscape? Source: Nick Alp and Nicola Hodkins of Webber Wentzel Attorneys Although class actions per se
Legal Entities May Claim General Damages In Defamation Matters
A trading corporation has an interest in its reputation that requires legal protection In Media 24 Ltd & Others v SA Taxi Securitisation & Others, the Supreme
Bond Granted On Usual Terms And Conditions
This case concerns an estate agents claim for the commission upon the fulfillment of a suspensive condition related to loan finance. LATEGAN AND ANOTHER v
Not Reporting Previous Accidents Sinks Insurance Claim
So that your insurance can assess your risk potential, you need to report every incident, no matter how trivial, even if you don’t intend to
Understanding the Legal and Practical Implications of a Builder’s Lien in Insolvency
In construction and property development, a builder’s lien is a crucial form of security for contractors and subcontractors, providing them with recourse in the event