South Africa's biggest food producer, Tiger Brands, is facing a potential class action after reports of contaminated products surfaced. Consumers allege that Tiger Brands offered food items that were hazardous, leading to complaints. This situation has caused widespread concern among South Africans, who rely on Tiger Brands for common groceries. Th
The Competition Appeal Tribunal Affirms MasterCard Interchange Fee Decision
The Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) has reserved its previous ruling on MasterCard interchange fees, rejecting an request from the company. This means that the prior conclusion that MasterCard's interchange charges are unfair will stand. The CAT rejected all of MasterCard's arguments, finding them to be without merit. This success for merchants i
The Booking.com website Class Action Lawsuit: Price Manipulation Allegations
A recent legal action claiming price fixing against this popular accommodation booking platform alleges that the company has been unfairly manipulating prices to benefitthemselves at the detriment of customers. The lawsuit claims that Booking.com uses a variety of strategies to create an illusion of lower prices, while in reality, charginghigher fe
Navigating Class Actions and Collective Actions in the UK
Class actions and collective proceedings present a crucial avenue for redress when individuals face similar harm caused by the conduct of companies. These legal mechanisms enable groups of claimants to join togethercollaborate in seeking compensation or injunctive relief. In the UK, navigating the intricacies of these processes requires a comprehen