Category: Business and Company Law
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Unjust Enrichment and Quantum Meruit-Why You Should Know About This Equitable Principle
Have you ever heard of a latin phrase, “quantum meruit”? You may be thinking that you have not, and you are none the worse for it, either. However, this archaic latin phrase could become your friend some day if you are involved in a dispute about a contract you are a party to. Let…
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How to Negotiate Anything-4 Stunningly Effective Tactics
Negotiating. Haggling. Some people, like my mother, love negotiating, and have done so all their life. Some people, like my wife, hate haggling. I think people like this feel it is insulting to the other party. But often, the other party expects you to haggle or negotiate, and are ready for it. In fact, they…
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Execution and Enforcement of Judgments in the District Court
Have you obtained a Court judgment but don’t know what to do next? How to execute and enforce a judgment is set out in Order 51 and 51A of the District Court Rules. Judgments remain in full force and effect for twelve years from the date on which they were given or made. However, no…
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Allegedly Illegal Loans Still Enforceable Says Supreme Court
Bar room lawyers. Have you come across any recently? I have, as they have sprung up in abundance in the last few years as people looked for simple, effective solutions to the problem of not being able to repay loans. The ‘high stool solicitors’ that I have heard put forward the argument that because there…