What happens if a person dies without a will?
It is not mandatory to make a Will by law. In absence of a Will, the property and assets of a person are distributed to his/ her heirs as per the rules of intestate succession. There are different ways in which intestate succession can ne implemented in different countries. India –In India, if a person...
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“Sexual Harassment” under the PoSH Act – Part 2 Physical contacts and advances In the last episode, we understood how sexual harassment is defined in the PoSH Act. In this and further episodes, we will consider few of those categories in detail. Any physical contact or advances (which are sexual in nature) is considered as...
Read MoreWhat types of properties can be bequeathed by a Will ?
There are certain types of properties, rights and interests which can be bequeathed through Will. Each country may have different rules as to what properties can be included in Will and also certain limitations. This episode focuses on what types of properties can be bequeathed by the testator in the Will. India –In India, both...
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“Sexual Harassment” under the PoSH Act – Part 1 The core objective of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 is stated in section 3 of the Act as “no woman shall be subjected to sexual harassment at any workplace.” But what is to be understood by Sexual Harassment...
Read MoreWho can make a Will?
“Who can make a Will?“ Inheritance and succession are important concepts applicable to every person, whether they are aware about it or not. Every country has its own laws and legislations regarding regulation of inheritance and succession. In this series we will be looking at different aspects and frequently asked questions about legal aspects of...
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