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 collaborate, offer a mechanism for addressing systemic injustices that may otherwise remain unaddressed. By pooling re… Read More

A new class action lawsuit has been filed against Amazon.com alleging a fraudulent refund scheme. The lawsuit claims that Amazon purposefully delayed refunds to users, disregarding consumer protection laws. Plaintiffs allege that Amazon used various tactics to reduce its refund obligations, such as requiring excessive documentation. The lawsuit see… Read More

The Competition Appeal Tribunal last month issued 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 major implications for the payments industry, as it could result in lower costs for businesses and consumers.… 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 pool their resources in seeking compensation or injunctive relief. In the UK, navigating the intricacies of these processes requires thorough awaren… Read More