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Covered by insurance
Is it true that bills are often jacked up when there is insurance coverage? This final instalment of Articles of Law explores the issue.
Liability and resolutions
A director may be a party to a resolution that was passed at a meeting. However, if it contains offensive content which is circulated, he could be exposed to liability.
Freehold dilemma
Once a piece of land is alienated as leasehold, it remains so. Whether it can later be changed to freehold is a matter entirely in the hands of the land authority.
Water woes
Who is to be held liable when an incident in a unit causes flooding in the premises below?
The scope of liability
One loss may lead to another. To what extent can the person who caused the initial loss be held responsible?
Capsizing a winning vessel
There are many matters to consider before deciding to countersue and knowing when to quit while you’re ahead could do you more good than damage.
No remedy for misplaced title
A missing document of title may bring about serious consequences. However, sometimes it can turn out to be a blessing in disguise.
Adoption rights
A legal right to have custody of a child would require an adoption order. Mere custody is not enough. Other factors come into play, too.
An officer’s liability
Disputes sometimes arise as to the legitimacy of office-bearers of a society. On other occasions, it is a question of personal liability. Both aspects are considered this week.
Meddling in the judiciary?
Perceptions of judicial interference are open to interpretation.
Clause and effect
Changing circumstances may render favourable clauses, unfavourable.