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What is a charterparty?
A charterparty, often referred to as a maritime contract, is a legal agreement entered into between a shipowner and a charterer for the hire of a ship or yacht. This contractual arrangement pertains to the transportation of passengers, cargo, or leis...
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What Is Ex Parte?
"Ex parte" is a Latin legal term that means "on behalf of one party" or "by or for one party". It is commonly abbreviated as "ex p" in the OSCOLA referencing style. In legal proceedings, an "ex parte" decision or order is made at the request of, or i...
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Theft vs Larceny
The terms "theft" and "larceny" are often used interchangeably, but they have specific legal meanings that can vary based on jurisdiction. In general, both theft and larceny involve the wrongful taking of someone else's property with the intent to pe...
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Criminal Lifestyle
Criminal lifestyle is a legal term used to describe a persistent and organised pattern of criminal behaviour exhibited by an individual. It goes beyond a single criminal act and implies a sustained involvement in unlawful activities. The concept is o...
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What Is Assumpsit?
Assumpsit is a legal term that historically refers to a common law action for breach of an implied or express promise. It originated in English common law and was used as a remedy for various types of contractual disputes. The term itself is derived ...
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Blue Pencil Doctrine
The blue pencil doctrine is a legal principle that allows a court to selectively enforce or modify a contract by striking out or blue-penciling specific clauses that are deemed unenforceable, unreasonable, or contrary to law. This doctrine provides t...
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Leasehold Reform: A Historical Overview
The history of leasehold reform in the United Kingdom reflects a series of legislative measures aimed at addressing issues and imbalances in the relationship between tenants and landlords. Leasehold Reform Act of 1967The 1967 Act introduced with the ...
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Types of Estoppel
Estoppel is a legal principle designed to prevent a party from going back on their word or from asserting a right that contradicts a previous position or representation. There are several types of estoppel, each with its own set of elements and requi...
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Rule of Law vs Rule by Law
The concepts of rule of law and rule by law are integral to understanding the nature of governance within a society. While both terms involve the application of legal principles, they represent fundamentally different approaches to the use of law in ...
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Rule by Law
The concept of rule by law represents a distinctive approach to the application of legal structures. Unlike the more widely celebrated rule of law, rule by law denotes a system in which legal frameworks exist but are employed as instruments of contro...
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Coercion in Law
In law, coercion refers to the use of force or threats to compel someone to do something against their will, thereby undermining their freedom of choice. It is often considered a form of duress, which is the unlawful pressure exerted upon a person to...
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Hate Crimes
Hate crimes have become a pressing issue globally, reflecting the persistence of prejudice and discrimination. These offences, motivated by bias against a person's race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability, pose a ...
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Black Lives Matter
Black Lives Matter (BLM) is a global movement that originated in the United States, advocating for the rights, equality, and justice of Black individuals. The movement gained significant momentum in 2013 after the acquittal of Trayvon Martin's killer...
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What Is Race?
Race is a complex and often contested concept that refers to a categorisation of people based on shared physical characteristics, such as skin colour, facial features, hair texture, and other observable traits. Historically, the concept of race has b...
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Limited Liability vs Legal Personality
The concepts of limited liability and legal personality play pivotal roles in shaping the structure and responsibilities of various entities. Limited liability and legal personality are distinct concepts in business and legal contexts, but they are c...
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