If one were to take a poll on what it is that people seek when wanting justice, references to resolution, restoration of balance and making things right are likely to be among the common denominators. While there are many different…
BUSINESS MAVERICK A quick search on the internet reveals a plethora of articles related to the recommended processes you should follow if you have an insurance claims dispute. The advice is solid and sensible in-so-far as it generally recommends the…
BUSINESS MAVERICK Adverts for occupational income protection cover typically promise protection of income if you are unable to work due to illness, injury or disability. Although the intention and purpose of this type of cover is to ensure that income…
BUSINESS MAVERICK “Insurers look for reasons not to pay a claim” is a commonly heard complaint when discussing the value of taking out life, disability and illness insurance cover. An additional comment often refers to how difficult it is to…
“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” Mahatma Gandhi 2024 sees the 20th anniversary of Burns-Hoffman Consulting, originally commenced with a team of associates that grew to having representatives in five provinces…
The exact interpretation and application of the concept of bona fides or ‘good faith’ in South African law has consistently created discussion and debate. Many have researched the topic, seemingly with the aim of determining the exact role of good…
The fourth roll out of the UCT-SCOR online claims management course starts on 2nd June 2023. We look forward to sharing some of the latest case law, claims assessment challenges, case studies and more during this four-module program. Log on…
‘Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean' - Ryunosuke Satoro What an interesting year it has been, with a great many drops of inspiring, fascinating and sometimes challenging moments making up the ever-shifting currents that have flowed…
“Energy, like the Biblical grain of mustard seed, will move mountains. A man doesn't need brilliance or genius, all he needs is energy. Our energy is in proportion to the resistance it meets.” Hosea Ballou This Karoo landscape illustrates much…
The famous late poet, memoirist and civil rights activist, Maya Angelou, is often quoted for having said: “I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” …