Question

Sipho and Lebo are engaged in a vigorous verbal fight. The next moment Lebo punches Sipho inthe face. Sipho was not expecting the punch and was not quick enough to escape Lebo’s fist. The punch broke his nose and simultaneously caused his glasses to fall to the ground and shatter in pieces.Sipho’s medical aid covers his medical expenses. Critically explain how this would impact
his claim for damages against Lebo with reference to the applicable legal principles and
case law.