Personal Injury Law
SB Lawyers, Experts in Personal Injury Law:
The law firm was established by Daniel Schoeman on June 1, 1997. It celebrated its 26th anniversary on June 1, 2023, and aims to celebrate its half-century anniversary in the future.
Daniel established the firm with practice areas that mainly consisted of family law and commercial/banking law. He had previous experience as a legal practitioner in Johannesburg and served a commercial bank for nearly a decade. During his time at the commercial bank, he was involved in the merger of several banks and assisted the newly established bank’s human resources department on labour issues, for which he was specially trained at UNISA. Following the establishment of the firm, Daniel expanded his knowledge of general labour law by qualifying with the post-graduate Advanced Certificate in Labour Law from the University of Pretoria in early 2000.
The firm expanded with the addition of Yolandie Borman in 2005. She is currently the director of the Family and Child Law division and co-director of the Labour Law division of the firm. Yolandie has also since qualified with the post-graduate certificate in Advanced Labour Law from the University of Pretoria.
At SB Lawyers, we specialise in Personal Injury Law, offering our legal services to help you seek justice and compensation for injuries caused by negligence or wrongdoing.
Our highly skilled team brings years of experience navigating the complexities of personal injury claims in South Africa. Guided by our core values of integrity, professionalism, and client-centred solutions, we are dedicated to standing by your side and protecting your rights.
Personal Injury Law in South Africa
Personal Injury Law in South Africa focuses on providing legal recourse for individuals harmed as a result of the negligence or wrongful actions of others. It includes claims about physical, emotional, or financial harm (such as loss of earnings) caused by motor vehicle accidents, workplace injuries, medical negligence, or public liability cases.
According to South African law, a claim for personal injury must meet specific criteria to be valid:
- Duty of Care: The responsible party must have had a legal duty to act with care toward the injured party.
- Breach of Duty: There must be evidence that this duty was breached through negligence or intentional misconduct.
- Causation: The harm suffered must be directly linked to the breach of duty.
- Damages: The injured party must have sustained measurable damages, whether physical, emotional, or financial.
Common Types of Personal Injury Claims in South Africa
- Motor Vehicle Accidents: Claims handled by the Road Accident Fund (RAF) or directly against negligent drivers.
- Workplace Injuries: Claims handled under COIDA (Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act) for injuries or illnesses sustained during employment.
- Medical Negligence: Claims arising from errors made by healthcare professionals or institutions.
- Public Liability: Injuries sustained in public spaces due to unsafe conditions.
Our Expertise in Personal Injury Law
Claim Assessment and Advice:
Evaluating the merits of your case and advising on the best course of action.
Legal Representation:
Providing skilled advocacy in negotiations or court proceedings to secure fair compensation.
Road Accident Fund (RAF) Claims:
Assisting with claims against the RAF for motor vehicle accident injuries.
Workplace Injury Claims:
Guiding employees through compensation claims for on-the-job injuries.
Medical Negligence Claims:
Holding healthcare providers accountable for errors that result in harm.
Why Choose SB Lawyers?
We know our craft
We have duly illustrated our experience in the specialities in which we practice.
Resourceful
We have access to all legal resources.
Reasonable & Cost Effective
We strive to render legal solutions on a cost-effective basis and within a reasonable time framework, depending on the approach adopted by clients and opposing parties.
Diverse Client Base
We serve all communities, languages and cultures and respect the individual.
Let us provide you with a legal solution
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Address : L0-T1, Ground Floor, North Wing, Riverwalk Office Park, Garsfontein Road, Ashlea Gardens, Pretoria.
Office Number : 012 346 8606
Daniël Schoeman: 083 268 4788
Yolandie Borman: 084 401 0336
Email : sbattorneys@www.sblawyers.co.za
Business Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 08:00 – 16:30
Fridays: 08:00 – 15:00