by Guthrie Colananni Attorneys | Aug 26, 2021 | Delict and Civil Claims
“Consequential Loss: This is loss not directly caused by the insured event, but is an indirect result of the event. This is loss or damage that was not foreseen by the insurer or the policyholder at the time the policy was taken out. Consequential loss is in many...
by Guthrie Colananni Attorneys | Jul 27, 2021 | Delict and Civil Claims, Employment and Labour Law
“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...
by Guthrie Colananni Attorneys | Apr 25, 2021 | Delict and Civil Claims, Property
“Nature has the ability to spring a surprise when least expected” (extract from the judgment below) A recent High Court decision dealing with the tragic drowning of a toddler highlights once again the legal dangers faced by property owners who let out accommodation to...
by Guthrie Colananni Attorneys | Dec 1, 2020 | Criminal Law / Crime, Delict and Civil Claims, Employment and Labour Law, Litigation
Believing someone to be guilty of a crime you call the police and have the suspect arrested, only to have the charges dropped. Can you be sued for defamation? A recent High Court case provides some answers. A fraudulent iPad order, an arrest and a R1.6m claim A...
by Guthrie Colananni Attorneys | Dec 1, 2020 | Criminal Law / Crime, Delict and Civil Claims
Here’s one more reason to never ever allow yourself or anyone else to drive when over the legal limit (for non-professional drivers, a breath alcohol content of 0.24mg per 1,000ml or a blood alcohol limit of 0.05g per 100ml). If you are caught by the police...
by Guthrie Colananni Attorneys | Dec 1, 2020 | Delict and Civil Claims, General Interest
“Ignorance is Bliss Dangerous” (Internet meme) Our law will generally hold you liable for damages only if someone else can prove that you caused them loss/damage/injury through your “fault” (intent or negligence). That seems fair and logical – if it’s your...
