by VDT Attorneys | Jun 11, 2015 | Damages, Employment, Litigation
No one can argue that a work environment can often be a stressful place where tempers can flare and harsh words can be uttered. But does this justify conduct which affects the reputation of a person and if not, can damages be claimed for such defamation of one’s...
by VDT Attorneys | May 19, 2015 | News
“A satisfied client is a happy client. Lawyers often forget that they work in a service industry where the relationship with a client, including their trust and satisfaction, is the most important factor underpinning their continued loyalty and support. But trust and...
by VDT Attorneys | May 12, 2015 | BEE, News
CENT in turn invests into Black owned businesses that address some of South Africa’s largest social problems, such as a lack of decent housing and basic services, poor transport infrastructure and access to areas of economic opportunity, as well as high rates of...
by VDT Attorneys | May 7, 2015 | BEE
The Notice essentially deals with five matters which we will unpack and highlight some of the reasons why the Notice in our opinion adds to the current confusion. a) Firstly the Notice confirms that the Revised Codes came into effect on 1 May 2015. It then continues...
by VDT Attorneys | May 7, 2015 | Credit Act
The NCA previously required a credit provider to take reasonable steps to ascertain the affordability of a loan to an applicant. The NCA however omitted to clarify exactly what steps shall be deemed sufficient in order to qualify as reasonable. The NCA was also vague...
