
Dead on arrival: Court strikes claim issued after borrower’s death
The High Court strikes FirstRand’s repossession action after finding the defendant died months before summons was issued.

The High Court strikes FirstRand’s repossession action after finding the defendant died months before summons was issued.

A High Court ruling notes procedural failures at Standard Bank’s deceased estates department – highlighting that banks must verify and act only on valid letters of executorship.

The Tribunal’s decision underscores that financial advisers’ duties are limited to the specific terms of their engagement.