Short-term cover – Loss of income cover with a difference

Why retrenchment cover is a non-negotiable need for those currently employed. Being retrenched is one of the most traumatic transitions a person can go through in their career, and as the world grapples with the aftermath of the pandemic and strained economies, retrenchments are unfortunately still a reality for many people. The shock of being […]

Top 10 causes of insurance claims

Worldwide and local events impact both business and domestic premiums A Fire at a busy warehouse leaves a company struggling to replace its buffer stock; a ransomware attack paralyses a company’s IT systems; the use of industrial adhesives in manufacturing results in a costly product recall.  Every day, companies around the globe (together with their […]

What’s the buzz about business rescue?

If a company/close corporation is in financial trouble and all possible avenues to save the business have been exhausted, there is one last option available to save the business: it can lodge an application for business rescue at the CIPC. In order to qualify for business rescue proceedings, the business must satisfy the requirements as […]

Your guide to easy UIF claims

    Alice recently lost her job. She is feeling very despondent since she has no income to provide for her family and cover her monthly expenses. She recalls that while she was employed she made monthly Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) contributions. However, Alice has no idea how to claim from the UIF and whether […]