Renting out property means that you get to use something that doesn’t belong to you. The landlord (the person who owns the property) and the tenant (the person who is using it) have to make a special agreement called a lease. In the lease, they decide how long the tenant can stay on the property,Continue reading “Frequently Asked Questions: Landlords and Tenants.”
Category Archives: Civil Property Law
Medical Negligence
Can l sue my doctor or hospital for negligent treatment? A doctor must take all reasonable care in the treatment of a patient. If he fails to do so, and the patient suffers harm as a result, the patient can sue the doctor for negligence. The standard of care required from a doctor – workingContinue reading “Medical Negligence”
Guarantor/ Surety.
What is a guarantor? and should you agree to accept liability for someone else’s debt. Someone who agrees to stand as guarantor for another person’s debt becomes personally liable if the money is not repaid. If you sign such a guarantee you are promising that if he/she does not pay, you will. Only written guaranteesContinue reading “Guarantor/ Surety.”
Misrepresentation
What to do when someone misrepresents facts to induce you into an agreement or contract? When you enter into a contract you have bound yourself to perform the terms of that contract. The law expects you to do what you agreed to. However, there are situations where you can back out of a contract andContinue reading “Misrepresentation”
Inheritance.
Can you claim a share if you are left out of your parent’s or spouse’s will? Anyone can write in their will, who they want to give their property to after they pass on. However, the Courts have the power to override a person’s wishes as stated in a will. The power of the CourtsContinue reading “Inheritance.”
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