Bellville Apteek BK and Another v Nortje (PTY) Limited and Others (9462/02)
Bellville Apteek BK and Another v Nortje (PTY) Limited and Others (9462/02) [2003] ZAWCHC 8; [2003] 2 All SA 68 (C); 2004 (6) SA 442 (C) (13 March 2003)
The court found that applicants failed to establish locus standi, as they did not demonstrate a direct and substantial interest or actual financial harm resulting from respondents' conduct. The evidence did not support the contention that first and second respondents used HealthPharm or Pick 'n Pay branding as an unauthorised trading title; the registered trading title 'Parow Family Pharmacy' was used in business dealings and promotional materials. The franchise and supply agreements did not result in a disposal of interest or shareholding to Pick 'n Pay, nor did they divest managerial contro…
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- Pharmacy Act Compliance
- Franchise Agreements
- Trading Title Authorisation
- Management Control
- Unlawful Competition