The answer is yes, but only in limited circumstances. Many people believe that an unhappy marriage can simply be “cancelled.” In law, however, an annulment is very different from a divorce. While a divorce ends a valid marriage, an annulment…
Learn the legal and governance consequences of failing to hold organisational meetings in Zambia. A practical guide by Patrick Chulu Legal Practitioners (PC|LP). What Happens When an Organisation Does Not Hold Meetings? Meetings are not merely administrative formalities. They are…
The Importance of Holding Meetings in an Organisation: A Legal Guide for Businesses in Zambia Patrick Chulu Legal Practitioners (PC|LP) Discover why regular meetings are important for organisations in Zambia. Learn how meetings promote accountability, legal compliance, effective decision-making, and…
Receiving a call or message from the police requesting that you attend a police station for questioning can be an unsettling experience. Many people immediately assume that they are about to be arrested or charged with a criminal offence. However,…
Many tenants believe that a landlord has the right to disconnect essential services such as water or electricity whenever there is a dispute over rent or when the landlord wants the tenant to vacate the property. Likewise, some landlords assume…
By Patrick Chulu Legal Practitioners Many tenants believe that a landlord has the right to disconnect essential services such as water or electricity whenever there is a dispute over rent or when the landlord wants the tenant to vacate the…
Receiving a court summons can be frightening or confusing. Some people believe that avoiding a process server, refusing to accept court documents or failing to attend court will make the matter disappear. It will not. A court summons is a…
The short answer is: not in every situation. Many people assume that because a lawyer is a Commissioner for Oaths or a Notary Public, they can automatically commission, certify, or authenticate any document prepared or handled by their law firm.…
By Patrick Chulu Legal Practitioners (PC|LP) The short answer is generally no under the current Penal Code, a Judge cannot sentence a person to death for offences governed by the Penal Code. Many people still believe that a person convicted…
What Can Cause a Lawyer’s Practicing Licence to Be Suspended or Cancelled in Zambia? | Patrick Chulu Legal Practitioners (PC|LP) Learn the legal and professional reasons why a lawyer’s practising licence may be suspended or cancelled in Zambia. A legal…
