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Hit-and-run Motor Vehicle Collisions

02 May 2024,  Sinethemba Mashego

Hit-and-run motor vehicle accidents are governed by section 17(1)(b) of the Road Accident Fund Act 56 of 1996 read with Regulation 2.  

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Quick Step Guide for after-care in a Car Collision

02 May 2024,  André Styger

Here are some general steps and guidance you might consider taking after a car collision. Keep in mind that laws... can vary depending on your location, so it's crucial to consult with a legal professional in your jurisdiction for advice tailored to your specific situation. Here are some general steps you might consider:

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Subrogation in Motor Vehicle Accidents.

02 May 2024,  Dries Knoetze

“I was involved in a motor vehicle accident, nothing serious, my vehicle just got damaged. I have comprehensive insurance for... motor vehicle accidents, which is going to cover the damages to my vehicle, I must however pay an amount of R3500.00 as excess. Will my insurance company sue the negligent driver for the damages and will this include the excess paid by me?”  

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Who is responsible for damages to my vehicle when hitting an animal on South African Roads?

02 May 2024,  Crystelle Steyn

Encountering an animal on the road while driving can be a frightening experience, not only for the safety risks involved... but also for the potential damage it can cause to your vehicle. In South Africa, where wildlife and domestic animals may roam freely in certain areas, understanding who bears responsibility for vehicle damage in such situations is essential.

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Hit-and-run Motor Vehicle Collisions

02 May 2024,  Sinethemba Mashego

Hit-and-run motor vehicle accidents are governed by section 17(1)(b) of the Road Accident Fund Act 56 of 1996 read with Regulation 2.  

READ MORE
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Article

Quick Step Guide for after-care in a Car Collision

02 May 2024,  André Styger

Here are some general steps and guidance you might consider taking after a car collision. Keep in mind that laws... can vary depending on your location, so it's crucial to consult with a legal professional in your jurisdiction for advice tailored to your specific situation. Here are some general steps you might consider:

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Subrogation in Motor Vehicle Accidents.

02 May 2024,  Dries Knoetze

“I was involved in a motor vehicle accident, nothing serious, my vehicle just got damaged. I have comprehensive insurance for... motor vehicle accidents, which is going to cover the damages to my vehicle, I must however pay an amount of R3500.00 as excess. Will my insurance company sue the negligent driver for the damages and will this include the excess paid by me?”  

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Who is responsible for damages to my vehicle when hitting an animal on South African Roads?

02 May 2024,  Crystelle Steyn

Encountering an animal on the road while driving can be a frightening experience, not only for the safety risks involved... but also for the potential damage it can cause to your vehicle. In South Africa, where wildlife and domestic animals may roam freely in certain areas, understanding who bears responsibility for vehicle damage in such situations is essential.

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Debt collections – Regular questions answered

04 January 2021,  Marié Combrink

Let’s start the new year with a short list of regular questions that we receive regarding debt collections and a... few short answers. 

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Bullied because of debt

02 January 2020

Debt collection is when an attorney, a person who is an agent of an attorney or a registered debt collector... collects, on behalf of the credit provider, any outstanding amount, plus lawful interest, admin costs and legal fees.

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When is the correct time to hand over a matter for debt collection?

01 November 2019,  Marié Combrink

When is the correct time to hand over a matter for debt collection?   This can be a very... difficult decision for any business or person that is relying on clients and or even patients in some situations to pay statement of accounts that has been rendered.  

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Can a Debt Collector take my property?

03 June 2019

The only way a debt collector can take your property is through the legal process of attachment of moveable property... and sale in execution of moveable property ; and the attachment of immoveable property and sale in execution.

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Debt Collection

02 May 2019,  Dries Knoetze

“I have received various calls from a debt collector, acting on behalf of one of my creditors at all hours... of the night. I have blocked the number but the calls do not seem to stop. The Collector even went as far as to threaten me and my family should I fail to make payments directly to him. What can I do to stop this harassment?”   

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Can a debt collector have me arrested?

02 May 2019

Collection agencies usually do not have legal authority to issue warrant of arrests or have you put in jail.

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