These Legal Dicta: Examining “The Devil Knoweth Not the Intention of a Man” and “The State of a Man’s Mind is as Much a Fact as the State of His Digestion” in the Context of Proof of Intention in Criminal Law
Introduction This essay explores the seemingly contradictory legal dicta from Adepoju v. State (2014) LPELR 23312 (C4), which states “the devil knoweth not the ...
Definition of Strict Liability Offence
Introduction In the field of criminal law, the concept of strict liability occupies a distinctive and often contentious position. Unlike most criminal offences that ...
Explain How Acceptance Operates
Introduction In the context of contract law, acceptance is a fundamental element in the formation of a legally binding agreement. It represents the unqualified ...
To What Extent is Custom a Source of Law in Malawi?
Introduction Customary law plays a significant role in the legal landscape of many African nations, including Malawi, where it coexists alongside formal statutory law ...
Is the Following: “The Residue of My Estate to Adam” a Valid Will Disposition?
Introduction This essay examines the validity of the statement “the residue of my estate to Adam” as a will disposition under English law. A ...
The Law Protects the Vulnerable by Refusing to Enforce Transactions Entered into by Those Who Lack the Necessary Capacity, Unless the Transaction is for Their Benefit or One of Necessity. Discuss
Introduction This essay explores the extent to which the law safeguards vulnerable individuals by refusing to enforce transactions entered into by those lacking the ...
How Equity Resolved the Deficiencies of Common Law
Introduction This essay explores the historical and legal evolution of equity as a mechanism to address the shortcomings of common law in England. Common ...
Advising Sarah on Valid Acceptance in Contract Law
Introduction This essay examines the legal issue of whether Sarah is bound by a contract to purchase a satin dress from Adam for £20, ...
Martina, Kim, and Serena: Legal Interests and Property Disputes at Flushing Meadow
Introduction This essay examines the legal issues surrounding the ownership and use of Flushing Meadow, a property jointly owned by Martina, Kim, and Serena. ...
Expenditure Which Is Not Wholly and Exclusively Incurred for the Purposes of the Trade or Profession Is Not Deductible for Income Tax Purposes (S.81(2) TCA 1997): Discussing the Meaning of ‘Wholly and Exclusively’
Introduction The concept of deductibility of expenditure for income tax purposes is central to the determination of taxable profits in many jurisdictions, including Ireland. ...
