Community Scheme Disputes and the Ombud’s Powers to Resolve Them

“[The Ombud} has been given wide inquisitorial powers whereby such disputes can be resolved as informally and cheaply as possible by means of qualified conciliators and adjudicators, without the need for legal representation, save in certain limited circumstances.” (Extract from first judgment below) If you have a dispute with anyone in a “Community Scheme” - [...]

By |2021-11-05T13:28:47+02:00November 5th, 2021|Labour Law, Property, Property Law|Comments Off on Community Scheme Disputes and the Ombud’s Powers to Resolve Them

Violence and Looting – Can You Sue SAPS?

“When a crime is imminent and foreseen it is expected of the law enforcement agency to take appropriate action. The duty of the police to provide assistance arises from their mandate to carry out law and order” (extract from judgment below) Can you sue the police if they fail to protect you during unrest and [...]

By |2021-08-02T16:04:36+02:00August 2nd, 2021|dismissal, Labour Law|Comments Off on Violence and Looting – Can You Sue SAPS?
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