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Latest judgments

Defamation-defence of truth and fair comment

Interpretation of Point of Sale agreement between merchant and bank- chargeback – interest payable when not agreed by parties.

Contract-Breach of agreement for operation of a petrol station-non-payment of petroleum and gas products sold-reconciliation of accounts-expert witnesses  

The appeal is allowed. The stay of the sale by licitation shall operate for a period of 6 months or until the declaration of the shares of the parties’ respective shares in the joint property, whichever is the earliest.  

Appeal against conviction for sexual assault and the sentence imposed

Appeal against a decision of the Supreme Court- Employment Act – Sections 56 (1), 56 (3), and 62 A (1) - whether the resignation letter issued by the Appellant complied with the law – whether or not the Appellant is entitled to three months’ salary following the termination of his employment.