Did you get a Drone for Christmas? The Legal Parameters for Drone operators in South Africa – What you need to know

By Dominique Lloyd, Senior Associate and John Mackechnie, Candidate Attorney Introduction Owing to the advent of drone technology and the constantly evolving technological landscape, the law has accordingly developed to regulate this rapidly expanding industry. In order to do so, the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) (as a member of the International Civil Aviation
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Eskom Holdings Limited v Halstead-Cleak ZASCA 150 (30 September 2016)

SUMMARY The Respondent, Mr Halstead-Cleak, came into contact with a low hanging power line whilst cycling. He suffered electrical burns as a result. At the time of the incident, the power line was not supplying or required to supply electricity to anyone. However, after sustaining severe electrical burns, the Respondent issued a summons against Eskom
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Protection of Personal Information (PoPI) Act & The Obligations It Creates

By Christopher Tucker, Partner and Charlotte Clarke, Candidate Attorney, 26 January 2017 Introduction This article examines the rules and requirements of the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (PoPI) and the obligations it places on anyone collecting or holding personal information on behalf of a natural or juristic. The nature of many businesses
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