Online travel giant Booking.com is presently facing the threat of a potential class action lawsuit over accusations of misleading advertising practices. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. federal court, alleges that Booking.com has used tactics to conceal crucial information about accommodation prices and fees. Plaintiffs claim that these practices hav
MasterCard's Interchange Fee Ruling Upheld by the Competition Appeal Tribunal
The Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) has confirmed its previous ruling on MasterCard's interchange fees, rejecting an request from the card issuer. This means that the initial judgment that MasterCard's interchange rates are exploitative will stand. The CAT dismissed all of MasterCard's arguments, finding them to be unsubstantiated. This success f
South African Class Actions
In the ever-evolving legal landscape of South Africa, class actions have emerged as a powerful tool for holding corporations accountable for their actions. These collective lawsuits enable individuals who have suffered similar damage at the actions of a single entity to join forces and seek reparation. The aim of class actions is to provide access