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HM Watch Distributors v Weisz-Vurwerken (15737/2021) [2023] ZAGPPHC 2054 (30 November 2023)
The High Court rescinded a default judgment enforcing a Dutch judgment, finding the applicant had no notice of the enforcement proceedings and showed good cause.
Richman v Ben-Tovim (674/05) [2006] ZASCA 121; 2007 (2) SA 283 (SCA); [2007] 2 All SA 234 (SCA) (29 November 2006)
The Supreme Court of Appeal held that personal service within the jurisdiction is a sufficient ground for international competence in money proceedings, especially considering the realities of international business and the need for South African courts to recognize and enforce foreign judgments where appropriate. The court found that the Protection of Business Act 99 of 1978 does not apply to claims for professional services, as its scope is limited to transactions involving raw materials or substances. The respondent's public policy defence was rejected because the appellant was permitted t…
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