Although the right of pre-emption can have different sources (it can be stipulated in a contract, or arise from a particular situation such as joint ownership or tenancy), in real estate matters there is a pre-emptive right of legal origin. Whether it’s a neighbor looking to buy adjacent plots to expand his land or a …
Monthly Archives: December 2020
Prepare your case well to increase your chances of winning at trial
Litigants are often reluctant to consult a lawyer. After the question of cost, a particular concern is often the question of opportunity. In absolute terms, there’s never a bad time to consult a lawyer. Indeed, it is during the consultation that all the elements of the case can be considered and the exchange between client …
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Reflections on summary expert appraisals
The year 2020 is special in many ways. Expert reports are often used to gather evidence for future litigation. It’s a useful, even recommended, procedure for preparing for a trial on the merits, but it’s also an approach that can lead to effective, rapid problem-solving solutions. So, even for a defendant who has been taken …
