LML4807 Assignment 2 2026 - Distinction | Due September 2026

LML4807 Assignment 2 2026 - Distinction | Due September 2026 LML4807 Assignment 02 Semester 02 2026 Carefully read the case below, from your prescribed reading list, and answer the following questions: Joint Stock v Absa Bank 2008 (4) SA 287 (SCA) The allocation of marks for this case discussion is as follows: 1. Briefly outline the key facts of the case (3) 2. What were the main arguments by the concerned parties (2) 3. Summarise the decision of the court (meaning the reasons for the decision of the court) (3) 4. Provide your critical comment on this decision, in particular the finding by Cachalia JA in respect of the knowledge of the bank (your own opinion on whether the court correctly interpreted the law) (2) [10] PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS: A critical comment does not necessarily mean the court reached the wrong decision. It requires you to place the case in the context of your studies with a meaningful and relevant comment. Do provide your opinion as to whether the case was correctly or wrongly decided. Your comments must focus on the reasons for the decision and the application of the relevant principles by the court, rather than your moral views about the facts. The discussion must also focus on the issues relevant to the module, rather than on procedural matters, such as costs or preliminary issues that may have been entertained by the court. You are expected to engage directly with your prescribed reading material and the relevant case law. Please ensure that your work is accurate and properly referenced. Please ensure you provide headings in the case summary and note the mark allocation for each. The headings required are: 1. Facts of the case 2. Issue before the court 3. The decision of the court 4. A critical comment on the decision Please use Arial 12 font type and size with single spacing. The discussion of the case, excluding the cover page, declarations, and the bibliography, must not exceed three typed pages or four hand-written pages. We reserve the right not to mark any text that is beyond these prescribed page limits. We wish you well with your assignment! Your LML4807 Lecturers