A wave of claims is targeting South African food giant Tiger Brands following a recent food safety scandal. The controversy stems from the finding of harmful contaminants in some of its popular product lines, leading to public outcry. Consumers who purchased affected products are now joining together in a class action lawsuit against the company,
South African Class Actions: A Tool for Social Justice?
In the landscape of South Africa's legal/judicial/regulatory system, class actions have emerged as a potential/promising/viable tool for addressing/tackling/resolving issues of social justice. These collective/joint/group lawsuits allow individuals/citizens/people with shared grievances to unite/come together/pool resources and seek redress against
Tackling South African Class Actions: Legal Complexity
South African class actions pose a unique legal landscape. Claimants in these actions must grasp the intricate procedural guidelines, which can be daunting. A clear understanding of the relevant statutes is indispensable for achieving a successful resolution. Furthermore, the built-in obstacles of demonstrating responsibility in class actions frequ