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Manuel v Sahara Computers (Pty) Ltd and another [2020] HIPR 109 (GP)

Derek Harms SC2021-07-13T11:13:06+02:0013 July 2021|Categories: Case Law & Judgements, South Africa|Tags: Civil Procedure, Contravention of Section 7, Promotion of Access to Information Act, Section 50|

Based on an article published in the media, the applicant believed that his personal information had been unlawfully obtained and disclosed, and that he had been subjected to unlawful surveillance. The article claimed that Manuel and his wife (Ramos) had been subject to unlawful surveillance, and that their personal details, including particulars of their travel arrangements, had been collected and disclosed to the respondents.

Louw and others v Stassen Uitgewers BK h/a Protea Boekhuis and others [2020] HIPR 112 (WCC)

Derek Harms SC2021-07-13T11:08:15+02:0013 July 2021|Categories: Case Law & Judgements, South Africa|Tags: Civil Procedure, Interim Interdict, Prima Facie right to relief|

At the centre of the present dispute was a book containing an exchange of letters between two brothers (“Van wyk Louw” and “WEG Louw”) who had a significant impact on the philosophical intellectual and literary heritage of Afrikaners.

Hudaco Trading (Pty) Ltd v Apex Superior Quality Parts (Pty) Ltd and others [2021] HIPR 167 (GJ)

Derek Harms SC2021-07-13T10:35:20+02:0013 July 2021|Categories: Case Law & Judgements, South Africa|Tags: Anton Piller Order, Civil Procedure|

In 2014, the applicant (“Hudaco”) acquired the Partquip business which conducted business in the aftermarket replacement automotive parts industry and was housed in a separate division within Hudaco. The first respondent (“Apex”) was a new competitor in the market and also supplied aftermarket replacement parts to motor vehicles and industrial bearings.

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THE LIGHTER SIDE OF IP LAW

The 15 Funniest Patents Ever Issued

Derek Harms SC2021-07-12T21:09:06+02:0012 July 2021|

There are so many absurd business ideas out there, it's no wonder most startups fail. Thankfully, some of the craziest concepts never get past the ideation stage. According to the US Patent and Trademark Office, only 3,000 ideas out of every 1,500,000 are commercially viable. Google Patents makes it easy to search for everything the USPTO grants, and some [...]

5 Of The Most Disgusting Recipes Of All Time, Tested

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The Vibrating Tattoo and Other Inventions

Derek Harms SC2021-07-12T21:06:35+02:0028 January 2021|

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Louisiana Alligator Creole Stew

Derek Harms SC2021-07-12T21:05:21+02:0031 December 2020|

A flavorful, hearty alligator stew that's perfect for cool-weather weekends. Cook/Prep Time: 1 Hour Servings: 12 Ingredients: 4 lb Louisiana Alligator, 1-inch cubes 3 Tbsp Canola oil 4 Tbsp Garlic, minced 2 cups Onions, medium dice 1 1/2 cups Green bell peppers, medium dice 1 cup Celery, medium dice 1 cup White wine 5 cups Chicken stock 48 oz Tomatoes, [...]

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LATEST SOUTH AFRICAN CASE LAW & JUDGEMENTS

Manuel v Sahara Computers (Pty) Ltd and another [2020] HIPR 109 (GP)

Louw and others v Stassen Uitgewers BK h/a Protea Boekhuis and others [2020] HIPR 112 (WCC)

Hudaco Trading (Pty) Ltd v Apex Superior Quality Parts (Pty) Ltd and others [2021] HIPR 167 (GJ)

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