Donoghue v Stevenson [1932] UKHL 100: The tort of negligence is a wrong that occurs where a person owes another a duty of care and breaches that duty, thus, causing a loss or damage as a result.The precedents before the case of Donoghue v. … [Read more...]
Salomon v Salomon & co Ltd
Salomon V Salomon & co Ltd: This is a landmark case under company law decided in 1897 in the UK jurisdiction. The case established that a Limited Liability Company wears an independent legal identity from its shareholders. Therefore, shareholders … [Read more...]
Proof of Customary Law in Nigeria
Proof of customary law in Nigeria: A custom is a rule in a particular district, which has from long usage obtained the force of Law in that district. For example, in Obe community, it’s only the first son that can be a King, this rule that marks the … [Read more...]
Characteristics Of Customary Law
In this article i will highlight some of the characteristics of customary law in Nigeria. It is pertinent that every citizen of Nigeria know these characteristics because they are one of the basic things everyone should have an idea about. … [Read more...]
Advantages and Disadvantages of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Meaning, advantages and disadvantages of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR): Disputes are bound to arise in dealings in life. For this reason, the courts were created to resolve and amicably settle disputes which arise between individuals or … [Read more...]
Limitations of Rule of Law
The doctrine of rule of law or supremacy of the law is very essential in every political system. It is the observance and supremacy of civil laws, which are reasonably justified in a democratic society. Where there is rule of law, … [Read more...]