by VDT Attorneys | Feb 21, 2024 | Dispute resolution, Employer liability, Vicarious liability
Vicarious liability is a form of strict liability in terms of which one person may be held liable for the wrongful conduct of another without it being the fault of the former. The former is thus held indirectly or vicariously liable for the damage caused by the...
by VDT Attorneys | Apr 24, 2023 | Employer liability, Lack of Instruction, Occupational Health and Safety Act
Employers have a common law duty to establish safe working conditions for their employees. This duty extends to the safe use of machinery and equipment. In Hobongwana v Benteler South Africa (Pty) Ltd (494/2019) [2023] ZAECQBHC 6 (6 February 2023) an employee...
