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A group action lawsuit (or class action) allows one or more representatives to sue a defendant on behalf of a larger group with similar claims, often used when individual damages are too small to justify separate lawsuits. Common in the US, Canada, and increasingly South Africa, these cases require court certification. Key Aspects of Group Action Lawsuits Purpose: Aggregates numerous small claims into one action to achieve efficiency and a significant settlement. Process: A representative plaintiff sues on behalf of "absent" class members. Certification: A court must approve (certify) that the case is suitable for a class action based on shared issues of fact or law. Outcomes: If successful, damages are distributed among the class members. Examples of Group Action Lawsuits Consumer/Privacy: A class action in 2026 involves content creators alleging Snap wrongfully scraped YouTube videos for AI training. Financial/Securities: Investors may sue companies for misleading disclosures, such as a 2026 case against Klarna regarding misrepresented loan risk. Housing/Banking: A 2026 class action in the Gauteng High Court, South Africa, involves claims against major banks over unfair property repossessions. Employment: Cases often involve wage-and-hour violations, such as unpaid, required, off-the-clock work. Benefits and Risks Benefits: Allows access to justice for small claims, reduces litigation costs, and provides consistent rulings for similar cases. Risks: Class members may receive small individual payouts, and they typically cannot sue the defendant separately once the case is settled. #RoadSafety #streetwiselegal #bobbygage

There are 4 stages to fines under AARTO. Phase 1: Infringement notice – pay or dispute in 32 days. Phase 2: Courtesy letter – ignore it, now pay with fees. Phase 3: Enforcement order – still don’t pay, serious consequences. Phase 4: Warrant of execution – they can seize your property, garnish wages, or block your license. Stay on top of your fines! 📞 076 400 4227 | 🌐 www.streetwise-legal.co.za #RoadSafety #AARTO #StreetwiseLegal #NoRoadRage #DriveSafeSA

There are 4 stages to fines under AARTO. Phase 1: Infringement notice – pay or dispute in 32 days. Phase 2: Courtesy letter – ignore it, now pay with fees. Phase 3: Enforcement order – still don’t pay, serious consequences. Phase 4: Warrant of execution – they can seize your property, garnish wages, or block your license. Stay on top of your fines! 📞 076 400 4227 | 🌐 www.streetwise-legal.co.za #RoadSafety #AARTO #StreetwiseLegal #NoRoadRage #DriveSafeSA

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In South Africa, the public has a, generally, upheld right to record police officers and government officials performing their duties in public spaces, reinforced by a 2025 High Court ruling. Recording is considered a tool for accountability, not a crime, and officials cannot lawfully seize devices or arrest individuals solely for filming. Key Aspects of the Right to Record: Legal Standing: The Johannesburg High Court (Jacobs v Minister of Police, 2025) affirmed that filming police in public is legal. No Permission Needed: You do not need consent from an officer to take photos, videos, or audio recordings in public areas. Scope: This applies to traffic stops, arrests, and public interactions. Restrictions: You must not physically interfere with or obstruct officers in the execution of their duties. Privacy: Police officers cannot claim a breach of privacy (POPIA) while on duty in public spaces. What to Do if Stopped: Remain calm and do not interfere with police actions. Clearly state that you are within your rights to record in a public place. If your device is seized or you are arrested, note the officer's name and badge number for legal action. #StreetwiseLegal #RoadSafetySA #EnoughIsEnough #MotoristRights #Joburg

Cyclist please be careful and motorists please be aware of surroundings #StreetwiseLegal #RoadSafetySA #

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This is not about attacking drivers. This is about accountability. This is about saving lives. When will enforcement focus on safety instead of revenue? South Africans deserve better. What are YOU seeing on the roads? 👇 Get Wise. Get Streetwise Legal. 📞 076 400 4227 🌐 www.streetwise-legal.co.za #StreetwiseLegal #RoadSafetySA #TaxiCrisis #EnoughIsEnough #MotoristRights

Joburg didn’t just lose speed cameras — it lost millions in fine revenue overnight. When that kind of money disappears because of poor planning, it doesn’t just vanish. It gets recovered somewhere else. Often through increased enforcement, pressure on motorists, or taxpayers footing the bill. This is why procedure matters. This is why motorists need to stay informed. And this is why we say: watch what happens next. Get Wise. Get Streetwise Legal. 📞 076 400 4227 🌐 www.streetwise-legal.co.za #StreetwiseLegal #Joburg #SpeedCameras #MotoristRights #KnowYourRights Disclaimer: Images and videos used are not owned by Streetwise Legal and are used for educational and awareness purposes only.

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Taxis break the rules daily — speeding, overloading, unroadworthy vehicles. Yet law-abiding motorists get stopped, fined, and pressured at roadblocks. So we have to ask the uncomfortable question: 👉 Where is Metro Police when it comes to enforcing real law and order? Road safety is not about revenue collection. It’s about protecting lives. What are YOU seeing on the roads every day? 👀 Tell us in the comments. #StreetwiseLegal #MetroPolice #RoadSafety #TaxiViolence #TrafficLaw