Delinquent Municipalities. Court sides with Eskom
The SCA has ruled in favour of Eskom and affirmed the electricity supplier’s right to payment for its services rendered…
Kulula, BA Suspension | Is Comair flying into a possible damages storm?
The recent suspension of Comair due to safety issues identified by the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has caused…
Dealing with Disappearing Debtors and Empty Shells
The levels of debt owed to businesses by their customers and government has been mounting, meaning that owners and their…
Dispositions made by a company that is being wound up | The court’s role
Recently, the SCA was asked to decide on circumstances in which it would be appropriate for a court to validate…
All tied up in knots | Santam vs Ma-Afrika Hotels
Santam must pay out contingent business interruption claims to Ma-Afrika Hotels and Stellenbosch Kitchen for the full 18-month period covered…
Determining the Best Debt Collection Approach
It is vital that any business, especially those offering products or services on credit, manage their debtors effectively, particularly in…
Can my business reclaim looted goods from the police?
George Herbst discusses business insurance and recovering of looted items in the wake of recent widespread looting and violence.
Supreme Court ruling will prompt insurers to amend their policies
A recent decision of the Supreme Court of Appeal, handed down on 13 April 2021, will have a material impact…
The Liquidation Application Process
Liquidation implies that a business is not able to pay its debt and that the company’s liabilities now exceed its…
