Defamation Law and Freedom of Expression: An Irreconcilable Tension in Democratic Societies?
Introduction This essay critically examines the assertion that Defamation Law inherently shackles freedom of expression, rendering the coexistence of both principles impossible within democratic ...
With Reference to Decided Cases and Statute, Identify and Discuss the Ingredients of Criminal Liability in Zambia
Introduction This essay aims to explore the ingredients of criminal liability within the context of Zambian criminal law. Criminal liability forms the foundation of ...
Discuss the Impact of the Cyber Security and Cyber Crimes Act 2025 in Relation to Freedom of Expression on Social Media Platforms
Introduction The rapid proliferation of social media platforms has transformed the landscape of communication, providing unprecedented opportunities for individuals to express their views and ...
It is quite possible and common for the parties to agree between themselves the amount of damages that will be awarded in the event of breach of contract. Damages that are agreed between the parties are referred to as liquidated damages. The courts draw a distinction between liquidated damages clauses and penalty clauses. With the aid of case law, discuss the principles which the courts have developed to distinguish a ‘liquidated damage clause’ from a ‘penalty clause’.
Introduction In contract law, parties often agree on predetermined damages to be paid in the event of a breach, commonly referred to as liquidated ...
Essay About the Principle of Separation of Powers
Introduction The principle of separation of powers is a fundamental concept in constitutional law, underpinning the structure of democratic governance. It advocates the division ...
Legal Issues in the Prosecution of Nalishebo, Bwalya, and Monde for Bank Robbery and Homicide
Introduction This essay examines the legal issues arising from the recent bank robbery committed by Nalishebo, Bwalya, and Monde, during which Bwalya shot and ...
The Exclusion of Irrelevant and Unreliable Information: The Role of the Law of Evidence
Introduction The law of evidence serves as a cornerstone of the judicial system, functioning as a gatekeeper to ensure that only relevant and reliable ...
Defamation Law and Freedom of Expression: An Irreconcilable Conflict in Democratic Societies with Reference to the Caribbean and Jamaica
Introduction The tension between defamation law and freedom of expression has long been a contentious issue in democratic societies, where the right to protect ...
Every Contract is an Agreement but Not Every Agreement Amounts to a Contract: A Legal Analysis with Reference to Malawian Authorities
Introduction The statement “every contract is an agreement, but not every agreement amounts to a contract” encapsulates a fundamental principle of contract law, distinguishing ...
Case Note on Donoghue v Stevenson [1932] A.C. 562
Introduction This essay provides a case note on the landmark decision of Donoghue v Stevenson [1932] A.C. 562, a foundational case in the development ...
