Werksmans
Liability for defamation by AI
1st November 2023 Generative AI has exploded into the public consciousness and into widespread use with the emergence of language processing tools (or large language... →
Is an agreement referring to unannexed annexures void for vagueness?
1st November 2023 The courts have held that at times when agreements are being interpreted, the proper meaning of words may initially appear to be ambiguous,... →
Delegation of authority in the context of corporate governance
1st November 2023 Delegation of authority is an important element of effective corporate governance for companies. It involves the process of the board of the... →
Private equity exits: Will the new Competition Commission merger guidelines stifle or encourage investment appetite?
1st November 2023 In any private equity investment life cycle, the exit environment is a fundamental factor. For a seller, finding a financially capable and bona... →
Sub- contract agreements vs the letting of mining rights
1st November 2023 It is the ordinary course of business for South African mining right holders (“MRH“) to contract with third party service providers to carry out... →
National Treasury sees the light regarding foreign employers
1st November 2023 The latest feedback received from National Treasury regarding the proposal to require foreign employers to register for employees’ tax... →
Parenting is a job for two: The High Court declares the provisions relating to parental leave unconstitutional
30th October 2023 In the matter of Van Wyk and Others v The Minister of Employment and Labour and Others handed down on 25 October 2023 by Deputy Judge President... →
Religious freedom and operational requirements: which one should prevail?
25th October 2023 Culture is the sum total of the beliefs and traditions of a particular society and religion is a manifestation of culture, not the reverse.”... →
