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Insurance-related legalities and considerations as hailstorms wreak havoc

Large parts of Johannesburg and Mpumalanga were hit by a severe hailstorm on Monday, 13 November 2023. Since then, various media platforms have been abuzz with videos and pictures depicting the damage caused by the said hailstorm. Many cars, roads, buildings, infrastructure,…

Provided By Adams & Adams

by Mtho Maphumulo

Accidental death and road accidents

When you never get where you were going As many of us are gearing up to go home and away, we need to talk about road safety. We all know that the roads are actually a dangerous place, but we don’t always remember that while we’re walking or driving. Road accidents kill an …

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by Vuyokazi Mpela

Claiming for road accidents caused by poor road conditions

South Africa’s road infrastructure is crumbling. In some areas, conditions are so dire insurance companies are pitching in to repair highways and byways in an...

by DSC Attorneys

Early agreement termination and reasonable termination costs

Introduction Loadshedding and the resulting economic crises have caused serious disruptions to businesses and individuals. Due to economic pressures, many individuals and entities are forced to...

by SchoemanLaw Inc

Understanding delict: Categories of damages

Introduction Delict, often termed a “civil wrong,” governs situations where one seeks compensation for harm. Three primary harm categories exist: patrimonial (financial losses), non-patrimonial (non-financial harm),...

Can you sue Eskom for damage to your appliances during loadshedding?

South Africa has been grappling with a nationwide electricity crisis for years, and it appears to be an ongoing issue with no clear resolution in...

by Philip Venter

Understanding prescription laws in South African medical malpractice cases

Explore the intricacies of the Prescription Act 68 of 1969 and its impact on medical malpractice claims. Learn how prescription laws affect minors, individuals with...

What are the consequences of the new Road Accident Fund Amendment Bill 2023?

The Department of Transport published a draft Road Accident Fund Amendment Bill on 8 September 2023. The amendment bill aims to make a lot of...

by Raznae Narayanasami

Requirements for withholding pension funds from a member

Introduction to the Pension Funds Act: The Pension Funds Act plays a crucial role in safeguarding pension benefits, aiming to prevent individuals from relying solely on...

Spring tide/storm surge in the coast: Likely impact on insurance policies

The news that dominated the headlines this past weekend, 15 – 17 September 2023, was the storm surge incidents that swept across three coastal provinces...

by Mtho Maphumulo

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