Judge slams motor dealership for ‘sharp practice’ in defective vehicle case
The High Court upheld the NCT’s ruling against Avura Motors, criticising the dealership for attempting to discredit an assessor’s report it had previously relied on.
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High Court confirms curatorship of medical scheme
The Court ordered Sizwe Hosmed’s principal officer to personally pay legal costs after dismissing the scheme’s attempt to overturn the provisional curatorship.
SCA to hear BHF’s appeal on low-cost medical options
The Supreme Court of Appeal will hear arguments on the merits if the appeal is upheld.
Alexforbes defends legal position after Mabuza pension freeze
The High Court freezes payouts from the late former Deputy President’s R44.7m annuity amid a family dispute.
Court upholds R200 000 fine on dealership for ignoring compliance notice
The judgment makes it clear that remedies under the CPA – refund or replacement – are enforceable and cannot be frustrated by delay or technical objections.
Laser scar therapy can be a recoverable medical expense
The High Court’s ruling clarifies that clinically necessary cosmetic interventions can be recognised as legitimate past medical expenses in personal injury claims.
Minister can increase the fuel levy without parliamentary process
The Full Bench provides its reasons for dismissing the EFF’s attempt to halt the Minister of Finance’s decision to increase the general fuel levy.
SCA clarifies legality of ‘on-the-road fees’ in vehicle finance agreements
The Court says credit providers must ensure full transparency in disclosing the nature, cost, and financing implications of these charges.
R9.2m RAF claim crashes over tailgating and lack of proof
A High Court ruling shows that failing to keep a safe following distance – and failing to back up your story with solid evidence – can cost you your case as well as your claim.
High Court rules no automatic liability for Eskom in rural house fire
Eastern Cape court rules section 25 claims need credible proof of electricity causing damage.
Provisional curator to advise on future of medical scheme
The curator will assess Sizwe Hosmed’s finances and recommend whether it should merge, be liquidated, or continue.
Used car dealer loses appeal over sale of defective vehicle
The High Court upholds a National Consumer Tribunal ruling that the dealer must refund the purchase price and pay a fine for breaching the Consumer Protection Act.
High Court dismisses bid to halt race and gender targets
Designated employers must begin aligning their workplace demographics with the Employment Equity Act’s numerical targets from 1 September.
Banxso will contest provisional liquidation order
Judge says there is a prima facie case that the trading platform does not operate within the confines of the law.
SARB moves to liquidate community bank
Ditsobotla is in worse financial shape than previously thought, and the resolution process is unlikely to turn things around.
High Court allows OMART to search underwriting manager’s premises
Old Mutual Alternate Risk Transfer wants to access data held by SA Guarantee Specialists after discovering that offshore guarantees were issued without authorisation.
Court slaps Ithala for ignoring warnings, upholds repayment administrator’s authority
The High Court says the state-owned financier must comply with deposit controls while awaiting the Supreme Court of Appeal’s ruling.
