As a small-business owner, you can protect yourself and your business from costly litigation by recognizing situations that expose you to tort liability. A tort is a civil wrong causing injury to ...

Christy Bieber has a JD from UCLA School of Law and began her career as a college instructor and textbook author. She has been writing full time for over a decade with a focus on making financial and ...

The recent decision by the federal government to sue Shell Petroleum Development Company on behalf of the communities affected by the Bonga oil spill is commendable. To maintain such an action in ...

June 21, 2023 - Ordinarily, the defendant with the "deepest pockets" does not have to suffer the brunt of a judgment or jury award solely because of their solvency. However, this notion might be ...

To be liable for something, under the law, means to be responsible in some way for an outcome that results in a violation of the law (criminal liability) or in an injury to others (civil liability).

The Johannesburg High Court recently dismissed a personal injury case against an institution, having found no evidence of negligence or wrongdoing on its part. This case serves as a timely reminder ...

As a business professional, you’re responsible for the knowledge, expertise and services you provide to clients. As a result, clients can take legal action against you and your company when they ...

Alexandra Twin has 15+ years of experience as an editor and writer, covering financial news for public and private companies. Eric's career includes extensive work in both public and corporate ...

The case in question involves a plaintiff who sustained injuries from slipping on water in a store. The plaintiff initially filed a claim against the defendant, a cleaning services company, alleging ...

Christy Bieber has a JD from UCLA School of Law and began her career as a college instructor and textbook author. She has been writing full time for over a decade with a focus on making financial and ...