December 3, 2021 In Criminal Law, Family Rights

LEGAL EXPENSE TO INSTITUTE OR DEFEND LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

Costs to Institute/Defend Legal Proceedings: Magistrate’s Court Rule 27 (3) Explained   Most people are of the view that legal services and procedures are very expensive. While this is not entirely incorrect, parties can actually be in control…

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November 8, 2021 In Criminal Law, Family Rights

THROUGH THE LENSES- A LOOK AT CIRCUMSTANTIAL AND SIMILAR FACT EVIDENCE

Due to the serious consequences of a criminal conviction, a higher standard of proof is required on the part of the State before an accused is convicted. Unlike civil disputes which are decided on a balance of probabilities,…

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October 25, 2021 In Criminal Law, Family Rights

COURT CONTENT WITH CONSENT OF RAPE COMPLAINANT? COKO V STATE

[Disclaimer:  Kindly note in as much as we tried to make this article cater for all readers, this discussion required the use of some words which otherwise are not suitable for readers under 18 years of age. Parental…

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September 20, 2021 In Criminal Law, Family Rights

Taking the Law Into Own Hands – Or Not Yet?

The concept of law and its enforcement through the justice system is there to ensure that peace and justice prevail in society. Key to its functions is the endeavor to redress injustice as well as…

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September 20, 2021 In Criminal Law, Family Rights

Life Partners & Intestate Succession – Where They Stand

The administration of a deceased estate whereby the deceased left a Will is usually without hurdles, except where the validity of the Will itself is challenged. In the event that there are no such challenges,…

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