by Christelle | Jan 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
By Gabriel Smit Settlement agreements are a useful alternative to settling a dispute between parties without resorting to litigation or adjudication by a Court. Even if a process of litigation has commenced, the parties can settle the dispute between them before any...
by Christelle | Sep 9, 2020 | Uncategorized
The current continued climate of economic uncertainty, exacerbated by COVID-19 lockdowns, is likely to give rise to an increase in shareholder activism and potential disputes. Any dramatic reduction in the value of company shares will always be of concern to...
by Christelle | Nov 12, 2019 | Uncategorized
The claiming of storage costs by motor vehicle repairers has been the subject of many a legal dispute in the past. Motor vehicle mechanics and panel beaters alike, often only possess limited space in their workshops and cannot retain motor vehicles which have been...
by Christelle | Oct 15, 2019 | Uncategorized
What is the legal position of a panel beater who affected repairs to an insured’s vehicle and subsequently discovers that the Insured’s claim was actually repudiated? This is exactly what transpired in the matter of McCarthy Retail Ltd v Shortdistance Carriers CC....
by Christelle | Sep 11, 2019 | Uncategorized
Introduction When a company experiences financial difficulties, it may opt to commence business rescue proceedings. The aim of business rescue proceedings is to provide the company with some relief in respect of its financial obligations. Business Rescue Proceedings...
