cancellation

By Jolané van der Walt-Nieuwoudt (LLB) (LLM) Cancelling a fixed term contract, such as a cellphone contract, can occasionally develop into an unnecessary complicated matter.  The standard cellphone contract is usually a fixed term contract and cannot, according to the Consumer Protection Act (referred to as ‘the Act’ hereinafter), be concluded for a period exceeding […]

Thought: have you ever entered into a binding contract without even knowing?    Question received  “Can I claim back my money? I ordered hay for my horses in November 2013 after seeing an advertisement on the internet. The man was very polite over the phone and convinced me to pay the full R3 000 in advance. He […]