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Personal Injury Articles
Practical legal information from Lowe & Petersen Attorneys for people dealing with personal injury claims in Cape Town and across South Africa.
No Win, No Fee Explained: How Personal Injury Claims Work Without Upfront Costs
A plain-language explanation of the no win, no fee model, and how it allows injured South Africans to pursue a claim without paying legal costs upfront.
Potholes, Open Manholes, and Broken Pavements: Holding the City of Cape Town Accountable
What residents need to know about claiming compensation for injuries caused by unsafe municipal infrastructure in Cape Town.
Unlawful Arrest and Police Assault: Know Your Rights Against SAPS
Understanding your legal rights and claim options if you have been unlawfully arrested, detained, assaulted, or injured by members of the South African Police Service.
Slip and Trip Claims: Who Is Liable When You're Injured on Someone Else's Property?
A guide to establishing liability for slip and trip injuries at shopping centres, restaurants, and other public premises in South Africa.
Injured on a Train? Your Rights After a PRASA or Metrorail Accident
What passengers need to know about claiming compensation after an accident on a PRASA or Metrorail train, platform, or station in South Africa.
Birth Injuries and Medical Negligence: What Parents Need to Know
A guide for parents on recognising birth injuries linked to medical negligence, and the legal options available in South Africa.
Medical Negligence in South Africa: When a Mistake Becomes a Claim
Understanding the difference between an unfortunate medical outcome and negligence, and what South African patients need to prove to bring a successful claim.
How Long Do I Have to Claim? Prescription Periods in Personal Injury Law
Understanding the time limits that apply to RAF claims, medical negligence matters, and claims against the state in South Africa, and why acting early protects your rights.
Understanding Road Accident Fund (RAF) Claims: A Practical Guide
What the Road Accident Fund covers, who can claim, and what the process looks like for injured drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and cyclists in South Africa.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Cape Town: Your First 24 Hours
A step-by-step guide to protecting your health, your evidence, and your right to claim after a road accident in Cape Town.