Federal courts in New Jersey and in Mississippi have recently withdrawn published rulings after lawyers discovered glaring factual and legal errors that appear to trace back to unvetted generative‑AI research. The two episodes unfolded within hours of each other at the end of July 2025 and have prompted parties to demand explanations and safeguards.
In
This blog is co-authored by Yuveshen Naidoo, candidate attorney.
In August 2025, the High Court held that an investigative report prepared for a municipality was protected by qualified privilege. The court dismissed a defamation claim because the plaintiff could not prove malice, unlawful publication, or any improper motive on the part of the attorneys who
On 29 April 2025, the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) granted approval to the National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) to classify congestion curtailment as a constrained generation ancillary service. NERSA indicated that its decision “represents a significant step toward unlocking grid connection capacity and enhancing energy availability in areas with high
In a June 2025 judgment, the High Court clarified that organs of state may invite or accept multiple or alternative bids in a procurement process, provided that they follow constitutional principles of fairness and transparency.
The matter arose from a tender for office accommodation in East London, advertised by the South African Local Government Association
This blog is co-authored Yuveshen Naidoo, candidate attorney.
A High Court judgment has confirmed that advocates with trust accounts cannot institute and prosecute Road Accident Fund claims on behalf of clients. This clarification is important for both legal practitioners and members of the public seeking to claim compensation from the RAF.
The claimant sought default
The insured’s building sustained damage from a fire. The insurer denied coverage contending the building lacked a “Local Fire Alarm” that was “in complete working order” as required by the policy.
There was no dispute that there was a “Central Station Burglar Alarm” in place and operational. The dispute was whether there was a “Local
A recent Labour Court decision clarified how restraint of trade agreements are enforced in South Africa, providing important guidance for both employers and employees. The court granted a two-year restraint, but crucially, the relief was limited to specific conduct. This case highlights the careful balancing act courts perform between protecting business interests and ensuring individuals
This blog is co-authored by Yuveshen Naidoo, candidate attorney.
In August 2025, the High Court dismissed a road accident claim against the Road Accident Fund, finding the claimant entirely responsible for a collision on the N12 Highway. The judgment reinforces the principle that drivers must maintain a safe following distance.
The issue revolved around whether
A July 2025 High Court judgment found the defendant liable for medical negligence after the claimant’s child was born with brain damage. The court held the defendant responsible because the hospital staff failed to perform a caesarean section in a timely manner and improperly administered oxytocin during labour, resulting in the child suffering hypoxic ischaemic
Supreme Court Confirms One-Year Misdelivery Time Bar in FIMBank plc v KCH Shipping Co Ltd
Introduction
The application of the one-year time bar under the Hague and Hague-Visby Rules to claims for delivery, misdelivery, non-delivery, or defective delivery of cargo has long been a source of debate and uncertainty within the shipping and insurance sectors.