Many consumers rely on Ziploc bags for their strength. They believe these bags will handle everyday use, but a recent lawsuit alleges that Ziploc's claims about bag sturdiness are misleading. Plaintiffs argue that Ziploc bags often fail prematurely, falling below the promise set by their marketing campaigns. This claimed deception has led to a swe
Scrutinizes MasterCard's Interbank Fee Structure
The Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) is currently investigating MasterCard's interbank fee structure. This scrutiny comes in response to arguments submitted by financial institutions who maintain that the fees are inflated and hinder market growth. The CAT will meticulously review all arguments submitted before issuing a ruling on the matter. This
The Competition Appeal Tribunal Affirms MasterCard Interchange Fee Decision
The Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) has confirmed its previous ruling on MasterCard interchange fees, rejecting an appeal from the card issuer. This means that the original finding that MasterCard's interchange fees are abusive will stand. The CAT rejected all of MasterCard's arguments, finding them to be without merit. This success for consumers
Class Actions in South Africa
In the ever-evolving legal landscape of South Africa, class actions have emerged as a powerful tool for ensuring responsibility corporations accountable for their actions. These collective lawsuits facilitate individuals who have suffered similar injury at the doing of a single entity to join forces and seek compensation. The aim of class actions i