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Day: August 25, 2026

Joint and Several Liability At Events: Why “The Venue Is Insured” Won’t Save you

Runners' legs and feet mid-stride during an organised road race, illustrating joint and several liability for event organisers in South Africa.

TL;DR: (Too long, didn’t read) Under South African law, everyone connected to an event, the organiser, the venue, a sponsor, sometimes even a supplier, can be held jointly and severally liable for an injury or damage claim. That means an injured guest can go after any one of those parties for the full amount, whether […]

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