Webber Wentzel
Landmark Judgment Seeks to Overhaul Existing Maternity and Parental Leave Provisions
27th October 2023 In a judgment with constitutional significance for the workplace, the High Court has ruled that all parents, irrespective of gender, should be... →
With funding and partnerships, Africa’s healthcare sector can become more capable
26th October 2023 In Africa, dysfunctional governments are often unable to allocate sufficient funds for essential aspects of healthcare. This results in a shortage... →
Comprehensive preparation will contain the fall-out from ransomware attacks
24th October 2023 Ransomware attacks have been rising and it is companies that have a high level of preparedness who are weathering the storm. The Sophos State of... →
Spilling the beans on disputes in the Metaverse
23rd October 2023 Given the multi-faceted nature of the Metaverse, the disputes that could arise are limitless. It is therefore important that dispute resolution... →
In sickness and in war: Insurance coverage for global events
17th October 2023 Events such as the Covid pandemic and rising levels of cybercrime are encouraging insurers to revisit their policy wording to exclude certain... →
Venture Capital Investment Structures in Mauritius: Protected Cell Companies and Variable Capital Companies
17th October 2023 Unlocking Investment Potential: Mauritian Protected Cell Companies and Variable Capital Companies offer ringfencing advantages for fund managers... →
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR): Ensuring Equal Access To Justice In A Changing Legal Landscape
17th October 2023 Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) could be used to improve access to justice in South Africa for socially and economically disadvantaged groups.... →
When can an employer reject a medical certificate used by an employee to justify absence from the workplace?
16th October 2023 A medical certificate produced by an employee to justify a period of absence constitutes hearsay evidence, which employers are entitled to... →