Discovery battles in software copyright litigation: Taskflow v Aluxium In two recent judgments, Taskflow (Pty) Ltd v Aluxium (Pty) Ltd and Others and Aluxium (Pty) Ltd and Others v Taskflow (Pty) Ltd, the Gauteng Division of the High Court tackled the complex...
Adjudication challenges in construction contracts: Lessons from Muzzy v Davis Can a contractor challenge an adjudicator’s decision because of procedural fairness or jurisdiction? The recent UK case of Construction Muzzy Ltd v Davis Construction offers valuable...
Shortlisted, interviewed, forgotten: A story of ambition and disappointment In a case that underscores the complexities of internal promotions and employee expectations, the Labour Court has dismissed an application by Mr Khuliso Hillary Mbulaleni, who sought...
Can an emoji seal a deal? Saskatchewan court says yes – and South African law agrees In a landmark decision, a Canadian court ruled that a 👍🏼 emoji can constitute acceptance of a contract. This case, involving South West Terminal Ltd (SWT) and farmer...
Can a breaching party hide behind contract clauses? Disputes often arise in commercial partnerships, and repudiation can end agreements abruptly. But a crucial question remains, can the repudiating party still rely on limitation clauses in the terminated...
Pipeline or barrier? What the Eskom v Erasmus means for employment equity In Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd v Solidarity obo AP Erasmus, the Labour Appeal Court overturned a Labour Court ruling that had found Eskom guilty of unfair discrimination. The case revolved...
