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

A pending class action lawsuit has been filed against Amazon alleging a deceptive refund scheme. The lawsuit claims that Amazon intentionally denied refunds to shoppers, violating consumer protection laws. The suit's organizers allege that Amazon used various tactics to minimize its refund obligations, such as requiring excessive documentation. The… Read More

The Competition Appeal Tribunal last month published its decision on Mastercard's interchange fees. The tribunal determined that Mastercard committed anti-competitive practices by imposing excessive interchange fees on merchants. This judgment could have substantial implications for the payments industry, as it could result in lower costs for busin… Read More

Class actions and collective proceedings present a crucial avenue for redress when individuals face similar harm caused Class actions, collective actions, WAMCA, Competition Appeal Tribunal by the conduct of a company. These legal mechanisms enable groups of claimants to pool their resources in seeking compensation or injunctive relief. In the UK, … Read More