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Article 37 – Alternative Dispute Resolution

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Alternative Dispute Resolution Attorneys-at-law Jonathan A. Stevenson Martin Anthony George & Co. Attorneys-at-law MAGCO DAILY LEGAL LESSONS DISCLAIMER: Please note this does NOT constitute LEGAL ADVICE or LEGAL CONSULTATION, which you should get from your own Attorneys and this is being shared with the general public for the purposes of information and discussion ONLY. This lesson provides information on: What is Alternative Dispute Resolution? Negotiation Mediation Court Annexed Mediation Industrial Relations Proceedings Arbitration What is Alternative Dispute Resolution? Conflict is, indeed, a fact and a part of everyday human life and interaction. It is sometimes unavoidable and can create disputes between two or more people, eventually leading up to legal proceedings. However, legal proceedings...

10 May

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Tobago Chamber urges strategies to revive business sector

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The Tobago Business Chamber is urging the Government to implement creative strategies to ensure a quick revival of business activity and economic development after its anti-covid19 measures are lifted. At a news conference on Friday, the Government tightened several of its existing measures and implemented new ones in an effort to contain the spike in covid19 infections. The Prime Minister observed there is still too much congregating taking place and urged Police Commissioner Gary Griffith to instruct his officers to use a heavy hand to eliminate gatherings. In response, Griffith has said he would increase foot and mobile patrols. In a WhatsApp voice note...

08 May

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TOBAGO BUSINESS CHAMBER – Lockdown measures in T&T

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The TOBAGO BUSINESS CHAMBER responds to the latest round of Lockdown measures in T&T. https://youtu.be/Dm09gh28VVk ...

06 May

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Tobago Chamber: Without mass vaccination, TT spinning top in mud

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Tobago Business Chamber president Martin George has called for a "proper plan for vaccination" to accompany the stringent measures implemented by the Prime Minister on Monday. Dr Rowley announced the closure of all food outlets and non-essential retail businesses from midnight until May 23. George said he understood why the strict restrictions were announced, but "mass vaccinations" should be taking place during this time. George said, "The Tobago Business Chamber notes with concern the latest restrictions imposed by the Government and while we express out continued support to curb and control this pandemic, without a proper plan for vaccinations you can't just simply...

04 May

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Article 36 – Conveyances on Sale

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By: Jonathan A. Stevenson This lesson provides information on: The Pre-Contract Stage The Contract Stage Completion Documents Title Search The Conveyance Stage According to the Black’s Law Dictionary (6th ed.), a conveyance refers to the transfer of title to land from one person, or class of persons, to another by Deed. Conveyancing is defined therein as the act of performing the various functions relating to the transfer of real property. In this article, we will examine the conveyancing process for the sale of land, particularly the three main stages of a transaction: The Pre-Contract Stage; The Contract Stage: and The Conveyance Stage. This article will be focused on the Common Law System...

30 April

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George: Don’t shut down every time cases rise

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Chairman of the Tobago Business Chamber Martin George says the country has to find ways to “creatively and meaningfully live with the virus” and while he understands that the government must take steps to slow the spread of COVID-19 it’s not enough to just shut down the economy when cases increase. The Tobago Chamber head is once again calling for mass vaccination which he said is the key to economic recovery. Responding almost immediately to Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley’s announcement of additional COVID-19 restrictions yesterday, the prominent attorney said he believes that the only way to manage the economy while navigating...

29 April

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TOBAGO BUSINESS CHAMBER responds to Government’s latest Lockdown measures

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28 April

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Article 35 – Quantum of Damages Payable in Motor Vehicular Collisions – Remedies

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By: Jonathan A. Stevenson This lesson provides information on: The Principles of Recoverability General Damages Loss of Amenities Loss of Future Earnings Loss of Earning Capacity Future Medical Expenses Special Damages Medical Expenses Loss of Earnings Damage to and Destruction to Property Traveling Expenses Domestic Assistance Interest Motor vehicular accidents are unexpected, but certainly possible, they are events that can occur daily. They range from simple fender benders that have minor impacts on people’s lives, to collisions which can leave persons severely injured, crippled or dead. The question that arises in these cases is what legal remedies are available to those people who suffer injuries, losses, and damages as a result of these motor vehicular...

26 April

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Article 34 – PAYMENT OF DEBTS OF DECEASED PERSONS

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