Irregular proceedingsExceptionSpecial pleaHeads of argumentRule 42(8)Rule 43(1)
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Judicial ManagementCompany LawCivil Procedure
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Statutes Cited
High Court Rules, 2021
Interpretation Act [Chapter 1:01]
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Case Summary
Key Issues
{"issue_text":"Whether failure to file heads of argument in terms of rule 42(8) renders an exception and special plea irregular and liable to be set aside","issue_type":"procedural","dispositive":"yes","related_facts":"Respondents filed exception and special plea without heads of argument"}
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The applicant sought to set aside exception and special plea filed by respondents in the main action for alleged non-compliance with High Court Rules, 2021, specifically rule 42(8) requiring heads of argument to be filed simultaneously with exceptions and special pleas.
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