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Settlement vs. Litigation: How to Know When to Fight It Out in Court

by Erik Greyvenstein | Nov 12, 2025 | Civil Litigation

Introduction In any legal dispute, one of the first and most important decisions a client faces is whether to settle or proceed to litigation. Each option has its own advantages, risks, and strategic implications. Knowing when to compromise and when to pursue the...

Rescission of Default Judgment in South African Law: How to Set Aside a Judgment and Protect Your Rights

by Anastacia Willemse | Jul 15, 2025 | Civil Litigation

Introduction Default judgments can have serious consequences for defendants who miss court deadlines or fail to respond to claims. But what happens if you were unaware of the case or had a valid reason for not defending yourself? Fortunately, South African law...

Recent Mediation Developments in South Africa: Mandatory Mediation to Resolve Overwhelming Civil Courts

by Guest Author | Jun 3, 2025 | Civil Litigation, News

Introduction Mediation is when a third party, who is completely separated from the dispute in question, hears both parties’ disputes to resolve them without the need to approach a court. Recently, with significant backlogs in the Gauteng High Court, the...

Settlement vs. Litigation: How to Know When to Fight It Out in Court

Rescission of Default Judgment in South African Law: How to Set Aside a Judgment and Protect Your Rights

Recent Mediation Developments in South Africa: Mandatory Mediation to Resolve Overwhelming Civil Courts

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