Outline How the Law of Succession Balances the Interests of Different Beneficiaries Such as Spouses, Children, and Other Family Members with Reference to Zimbabwean Statute
Introduction The law of succession plays a critical role in determining how a deceased person’s estate is distributed among beneficiaries, ensuring fairness while addressing ...
Does the “New York Star” Principle Apply to Jurisdiction Clauses?
Introduction This essay explores whether the “New York Star” principle, derived from the case of *The Hollandia* (1982), applies to jurisdiction clauses in the ...
Explain How the Principle of Natural Justice Manifests in the 1995 Constitution of Uganda and Other Relevant Laws
Introduction The principle of natural justice, a cornerstone of legal systems rooted in fairness and equity, ensures that individuals are treated justly in legal ...
What, if Anything, Connects the Concept of the Rule of Law as Articulated by Dicey and the Concept of the Rule of Law as It Is Used in the Modern Case Law of the United Kingdom Supreme Court?
Introduction The rule of law stands as a foundational pillar of the United Kingdom’s constitutional framework, a concept famously expounded by A.V. Dicey in ...
Smart Contracts as a Tempting Alternative for Traditional Agreements Used in International Trade
Introduction In the rapidly evolving landscape of international trade, the emergence of blockchain technology has introduced innovative tools, notably smart contracts, which promise to ...
Multiplicity of Tenure in Uganda’s Land Tenure System: Advantages, Disadvantages, and Reform Options
Introduction Uganda’s land tenure system is characterised by a multiplicity of tenure regimes, including customary, freehold, leasehold, and mailo systems, each with distinct legal ...
Separation of Powers
Introduction The doctrine of the separation of powers is a fundamental principle in constitutional law, underpinning the structure and function of many modern democratic ...
Critically Discussing Brett J’s Statement in Great Northern Railway Company v Witham (1873) on Offer Revocation
Introduction This essay critically examines the statement by Brett J in *Great Northern Railway Company v Witham* (1873) L.R. 9 C.P. 16, where he ...
Enlightened Shareholder Value is Fraud on Other Legitimate Non-Shareholder Corporation’s Contractual Constituencies. What is Your View?
Introduction The concept of Enlightened Shareholder Value (ESV), introduced in the UK through the Companies Act 2006, seeks to balance the traditional shareholder primacy ...
The Exclusion of Unfairly Obtained Evidence in Civil Proceedings
Introduction The exclusion of unfairly obtained evidence in civil proceedings represents a critical intersection of legal principles, fairness, and procedural integrity within the UK ...
