Judicial Precedent: A Cornerstone of the English Legal System
Introduction This essay explores the concept of judicial precedent, a fundamental principle of the English legal system, often referred to as ‘stare decisis’—to stand ...
Section 3 and 5 of the Civil Law Act 1956: Complementing Malaysian Laws under the Influence of English Law
Introduction This essay explores the application of Sections 3 and 5 of the Civil Law Act 1956 (CLA) in Malaysia, focusing on how these ...
Examining the Nature and Tax Treatment of Specified Amounts under the Income Tax Act 2015 (Act 896) in Ghana
Introduction This essay examines the tax treatment of specific benefits and income under the Income Tax Act 2015 (Act 896), as amended, in Ghana. ...
Determining Tax Residency in Ghana for the 2023 Year of Assessment: A Legal Analysis
Introduction This essay examines the tax residency status of three entities under Ghanaian law for the 2023 year of assessment: Mr. Richard Bobie-Ansah, an ...
Explain How True It Is to Say That, in All Cases of Negligence, a Claimant Must Meet the ‘Three-Stage Test’ from Caparo Industries plc v Dickman [1990] UKHL 2 to Establish a Duty of Care
Introduction The concept of duty of care is a cornerstone of the tort of negligence in English law, serving as the initial threshold that ...
Critically Examining Autonomy and Sanctity of Life in English Law: A Comparative Analysis Through Ethical Lenses
Introduction This essay critically examines the application of two ethical principles—autonomy and the sanctity of life—in the context of English law, specifically regarding adults ...
Interplay of Data Protection under the POCSO Act
Introduction The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act), enacted in 2012 in India, represents a pivotal piece of legislation aimed at ...
Do You Think That the Principle in Folkes v Beer Can Be Avoided by Executing a Contract as a Deed?
Introduction This essay examines whether the principle established in Folkes v Beer (1873), which governs the enforceability of penalty clauses in contracts, can be ...
Corporate Personality: Advanced Theories and Implications in Company Law
Introduction Corporate personality is a foundational concept in company law, underpinning the legal identity and operational framework of companies as distinct entities separate from ...
Freedom of Expression: Limits on Government and Commercial Speech
Introduction Freedom of expression stands as a bedrock principle of democratic societies, enshrined in documents like the First Amendment of the United States Constitution, ...
