The Evolution of Torts and Public Policy: A Critical Analysis of False Imprisonment
Introduction The statement that the evolution of most torts is rooted in public policy and socio-economic context, and that courts must remain attuned to ...
Critically Analysing the Inclusion of Receipts in Chiedza Investments’ Gross Income under Zimbabwe’s Income Tax Act
Introduction This essay critically examines the inclusion of three specific receipts in the gross income of Chiedza Investments (Pvt) Ltd (Chiedza), a Zimbabwean private ...
State the Facts of the Case Storer v MCC and Gibson v MCC: Similarities, Differences, and Reasons for Judgements
Introduction This essay examines two pivotal cases in English contract law, Storer v Manchester City Council (1974) and Gibson v Manchester City Council (1979), ...
History of UK Case Law on Judicial Immunity
Introduction Judicial immunity, a longstanding principle in English law, protects judges from personal liability for actions taken in the course of their judicial duties. ...
Arbitration as One Type of Alternative Dispute Resolution
Introduction Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) encompasses a variety of mechanisms designed to resolve conflicts outside the traditional courtroom setting, offering parties more flexible, cost-effective, ...
Comparing Legal Personality of Individuals, Corporations, and Public Authorities
Abstract This essay explores the concept of legal personality as it applies to individuals, corporations, and public authorities, highlighting the similarities and differences in ...
Precautionary Principle in International Law: Effectiveness in Climate and Biodiversity Protection
Introduction The precautionary principle, a cornerstone of environmental law, advocates for proactive measures to prevent harm even in the absence of conclusive scientific evidence. ...
It Is Often Argued That International Law Has Undergone a Revolution by Placing the Individual at the Centre: A Critical Analysis
Introduction International law has historically been a state-centric system, with states as the primary subjects possessing rights and obligations. However, over the past century, ...
Why the Voice of the Child is not being Heard and Protected by the Courts and Prevailing Legislation in South Africa when Providing Safe Housing for Children
Introduction The provision of safe housing for children remains a critical issue in South Africa, where systemic deficiencies in legal frameworks and judicial oversight ...
The Nature of Law in the English Legal System
Introduction The concept of law within the English legal system is a fundamental pillar of societal order, guiding behaviour, resolving disputes, and maintaining justice. ...
