Consumer Protection & POPI

SEESA Annual Closure 2020

SEESA Annual Closure 2020

Our offices will be closed from Friday 18 December 2020 and will re-open on Monday 4 January 2021. We will, however, be available for assistance via the following channels: 1. Visit our website to view SEESA's emergency contact details for your region: https://bit.ly/3owax5I 2. Send us a message via ProFile Chat. https://bit.ly/2KlvdPb 3. Should you require assistance with ProFile do not hesitate to contact us via email at support@seesa.co.za or on our landline 012 810 2020.

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Consumer rights in terms of fixed-term contracts

Consumer rights in terms of fixed-term contracts

Law experts Norman Prigge and Melindi Dean explains Section 14 of the Consumer Protection Act, which relates to the cancellation of a fixed-term contract. Subscribe to SEESA's YouTube channel to receive notifications for the latest news & professional legal advice for your business! To find out how SEESA can help your business visit our website for more: https://bit.ly/3pQRDrx

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Warnings and the repercussions for non-disclosure in terms of the Consumer Protection Act

Warnings and the repercussions for non-disclosure in terms of the Consumer Protection Act

SEESA Consumer Protection Legal Advisors, Jano Fourie and Mariam Allie discuss the legal requirements relating to the disclosure of material information by a supplier. They further address the possible consequences faced by the supplier resulting from the failure to adequately instruct or warn consumers, as well as the remedies available in terms of the Consumer Protection Act. Subscribe to SEESA's YouTube channel to receive notifications for the latest news & professional legal advice for...

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FAQ- Online Data Leaks – How Can We Protect Our Business?

FAQ- Online Data Leaks – How Can We Protect Our Business?

Many business owners remain oblivious as to the purpose of the Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act, 4 of 2013. If asked, these corporate bodies may admit to having a mere partially defined data protection plan in the workplace. Countless more business owners have yet to learn of the Act’s existence. A number of incidents in recent memory have highlighted data security as an ever-growing concern and reiterated the need for upgraded information control measures in the workplace. We...

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Processing Limitations Placed On Certain Information In Terms Of The POPIA

Processing Limitations Placed On Certain Information In Terms Of The POPIA

Are you aware that you might be prohibited to process certain information of data subjects in terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act? On the 1st of July 2020, the Protection of Personal Information Act came into effect. With this a 12 months’ grace period was given to all businesses to get their businesses compliant with the above-mentioned act, thereafter no further excuses will be tolerated. As the Protection of Personal Information Act is a scary, however necessary legislation...

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A Practical approach to comply with the POPIA

A Practical approach to comply with the POPIA

The Protection of Personal Information Act promotes the protection of personal information by requiring that public and private bodies comply with certain standards when collecting, processing, storing and sharing personal information. Organisations must actively demonstrate compliance with the POPI Act by implementing appropriate and reasonable measures. SEESA CP & POPI Legal Advisors, Damian Bothma and Melinda van der Merwe discuss how a business can take appropriate and reasonable steps...

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The POPI Act has commenced, is your business ready?

The POPI Act has commenced, is your business ready?

On the 1st of July 2020, some further sections of the POPI Act (Protection of Personal Information Act No. 4 of 2013) came into operation. The practical implication for businesses is that they should be compliant with these further sections by 30 June 2021. To find out how SEESA can help your business visit our website for more: https://bit.ly/2GXk0my "SMS" the word "SEESA" to 45776 with your query and a professional Legal Advisor will contact you! #TeamSEESA

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Episode 52: Warnings And The Repercussions For Non-disclosure In Terms Of The Consumer Protection Act

Episode 52: Warnings And The Repercussions For Non-disclosure In Terms Of The Consumer Protection Act

SEESA Consumer Protection Legal Advisors, Jano Fourie and Mariam Allie discuss the legal requirements relating to the disclosure of material information by a supplier. They further address the possible consequences faced by the supplier resulting from the failure to adequately instruct or warn consumers, as well as the remedies available in terms of the Consumer Protection Act. Click play to listen to our podcast! Should you require further assistance or consumer-related advice, please contact...

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The Consumer’s Flexibility Towards Fixed Term Contracts

The Consumer’s Flexibility Towards Fixed Term Contracts

With the South African Government trying to combat the spread of COVID-19, fitness centres (and similar businesses) were forced to keep their doors shut.  During the pandemic, most consumers were able to save on gym membership fees that were not subtracted from the consumer’s account and have even considered cancelling their subscription/membership due to factors such as job losses, salary deductions or merely because the service or membership has become redundant. Section 14 of the...

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