In the multifaceted landscape of legal redress in South Africa, class actions have emerged as a significant avenue for achieving collective justice. These lawsuits, which allow multiple individuals with similar grievances to unite, offer a mechanism for addressing systemic injustices that may otherwise go unnoticed. By combining resources and legal… Read More

The Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) has reserved its previous ruling on MasterCard interchange fees, rejecting an challenge from MasterCard. This means that the initial finding that MasterCard's interchange fees are abusive will stand. The CAT rejected all of MasterCard's arguments, finding them to be lacking. This win for consumers is a major st… Read More

The Competition Appeal Tribunal last month published its decision on Mastercard's interchange fees. The tribunal ruled that Mastercard had anti-competitive practices by imposing excessive interchange fees on merchants. This decision could have major implications for the payments industry, as it may cause lower costs for businesses and consumers. Th… Read More

Class actions and collective proceedings present a crucial avenue for redress when individuals face similar harm caused by the conduct of companies. These legal mechanisms enable groups of claimants to pool their resources in seeking compensation or injunctive relief. In the UK, navigating the intricacies of these processes requires a comprehensive… Read More