What constitutes "Relevant Circumstances" and "Just and Equitable" in PIE Eviction Applications
When a court considers an eviction application under the PIE Act, it must ensure that it is just and equitable before granting such an order.
Uncontested divorce: Benefits and disadvantages
An uncontested divorce is a type of divorce where both spouses agree on all the terms of their separation, such as division of property, child custody, spousal support, and so on. An uncontested divorce has many benefits compared to a contested divorce.
Divorce: Remember to Review Your Will
In terms of our Wills Act, your ex-spouse is excluded from inheriting under your pre-divorce will for a period of 3 months, unless (a very unlikely scenario) your will makes it clear that you wanted your ex-spouse still to benefit despite the divorce.
Losing Your Property to Acquisitive Prescription
A feature of our law since Roman times, “acquisitive prescription” is a legal process that allows a person to acquire ownership of a property through long-term occupation.
Overtime: The Importance of Agreements
All employers and employees need to know of a recent Labour Court judgment holding that an instruction to work overtime in the absence of an agreement is unlawful.
Rehabilitative Maintenance
Rehabilitative maintenance is a type of spousal maintenance that is awarded for a limited period of time after a divorce, usually to enable the dependent spouse to become financially independent by acquiring new skills, education or employment.
Buying Property as an Investment – Some Strategies for Success
Buying property – whether to live/work in or on a buy-to-let basis – could be one of the most important investments you make. Here are some strategies to help you on your way.