LnPulse Newsletter January
LnP Beyond Legal
LNP helps with strategic project solutions, on time and within budget in Energy, Natural Resources and Infrastructure.
Managing external legal spend: Insights from our “Around the Table” discussion
On 24 January 2025, we hosted an insightful Around the Table session, focusing on managing external legal costs. With valuable discussions on RFQs, fee structures, and more, GCs gained actionable strategies for greater cost control and legal excellence. Read more to find out how to get a summary!
Employment Equity Act amendments
On 1 January 2025, the Employment Equity Amendment Act came into effect and brought significant changes to the South African labour law landscape. The amendments aim to strengthen the implementation of affirmative action, broaden the focus on racial equity, and promote economic transformation.
Effective contract management on construction projects
Effective contract management is the foundation of a successful construction project. From drafting airtight agreements to handling disputes, here’s how to keep your project on track and legally sound.
Should common law be developed to include unconscionability as a defence against guarantee payment?
A recent case tested whether common law should evolve to include unconscionability as a defence against performance guarantee claims. The court upheld existing legal principles, reinforcing that fraud remains the key exception.