by OAK Law Team | Sep 8, 2026 | Commercial Agreements, Commercial Litigation
Key Takeaways • A breach of contract occurs when one party fails to perform an obligation without lawful excuse, and South African law treats agreements as binding under the principle of pacta sunt servanda. • To succeed with a claim, a business needs a valid...
by OAK Law Team | Aug 14, 2026 | Commercial Litigation
Key Takeaways • A counterparty missing a deadline or delivering something short of what was agreed doesn’t automatically mean you can walk away from the contract. • South African law draws a sharp line between a material breach, serious enough to justify...
by OAK Law Team | Mar 11, 2026 | Commercial Litigation
Reading Time: 7 minutes Key Takeaways • Since 22 April 2025, the Gauteng Division of the High Court requires mediation before a civil trial date can be allocated, including for all commercial disputes heard in Pretoria and Johannesburg. • From 1 January 2027, no trial...
by OAK Law Team | May 13, 2025 | Commercial Law, Commercial Litigation
Estimated Reading Time: 8 minutes Key Takeaways Commercial litigation encompasses various dispute types including contract breaches, shareholder conflicts, debt recovery, and insolvency matters Early legal intervention can prevent minor disputes from escalating into...
by OAK Law Team | Oct 8, 2024 | Commercial Litigation
Key Takeaways: Comprehensive Expertise: OAK Law specialises in a wide range of commercial litigation areas, including corporate disputes, intellectual property infringements, and financial distress. Tailored Solutions: Each case is handled with a personalised...
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