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
The monetary jurisdiction of Small Claims Courts has been increased from R15,000 to R20,000 from 1 April 2019. Not all claims can be pursued in a Small Claims Court – Claims over R20,000 must be pursued in the ordinary courts (you can if you like reduce a larger...
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...
by Guthrie Colananni Attorneys | Dec 1, 2020 | Criminal Law / Crime, Delict and Civil Claims
“Have you ever noticed that anybody driving slower than you is an idiot, and anyone going faster than you is a maniac?” (Comedian George Carlin) We live in stressful times, and as our roads become busier and the pressures of modern life mount, expect more and more...
