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The effective use of disclaimer notices and clauses to exclude liability

19 March 2025

In recent years, South African courts have upheld the enforceability of disclaimer notices, provided they meet specific legal requirements.

Beyond the disclaimer sign: mitigating slip-and-fall liability in public spaces

18 March 2025

Anyone who walks into a retail store or public facility, be it a supermarket, hardware store, or gym, will be familiar with the disclaimer notice placed near or at the front entrance.

Who’s to blame? Court finds claimant partially liable for own injuries

10 March 2025

In a recent judgment that highlights the importance of maintaining safe premises for public use and the need for individuals to exercise reasonable care for their own safety, the court in Stephens vs Minister of Police found the plaintiff partially liable for injuries sustained by him when he fell at a police station.

New credit penalties for maintenance missers

27 February 2025

Parents who miss maintenance payments may soon find their access to credit affected. Ayanda Ndimande, the Head of Business Development at Sanlam Credit Solutions, says new enforcement measures could soon see parents who fall behind in maintenance support at risk of negatively impacting their credit scores.

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