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 a large number of individuals with similar grievances to join forces, offer a mechanism for addressing systemic violations that may otherwise go unnoticed. By pooling resource… Read More

The Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) has confirmed its previous decision on MasterCard interchange fees, rejecting an appeal from the card issuer. This means that the original judgment that MasterCard's interchange charges are exploitative will stand. The CAT dismissed all of MasterCard's arguments, finding them to be without merit. This victory f… Read More

The Competition Appeal Tribunal recently 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 judgment could have significant implications for the payments industry, as it may lead to lower costs for businesses and consume… Read More

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