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Mbabazi Cindy Patricia
Jan 63 min read
Case Brief Of Hon. Michael Kabaziguruka Versus Attorney General Constitutional Petition No. 45 Of 2016
Civilians can be subject to military law where they are charged with aiding and abetting serving UPDF Officers to commit service offences.
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Mbabazi Cindy Patricia
Jan 23 min read
CASE BRIEF OF HERITAGE OIL AND GAS LTD V UGANDA REVENUE AUTHORITY CIVIL APPEAL NO.14 OF 2011
Tax Appeals Tribunal cannot refer disputes before it for arbitration even if the parties had an already existing agreement that permits it
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Waboga David
Dec 31, 20245 min read
High Court Clarifies That the Mandatory Writing Requirement for Contracts Exceeding 25 Currency Points (UGX 500,000) Is Flexible Under the Contracts Act in Uganda.
The court clarified that while written agreements for contracts exceeding 25 currency points are strongly recommended to simplify proof of a
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Waboga David
Dec 29, 20244 min read
CASE BRIEF: High Court Affirms That Joint Registration of Property Signifies the Parties' Mutual Intent to Co-Own.
The default principle for distributing matrimonial assets is equal sharing, unless there are valid reasons to depart from this standard, suc
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Mbabazi Cindy Patricia
Dec 20, 20243 min read
A Case Brief Of 2nd Lt. Ogwang Ambrose v Uganda (Criminal Appeal 48 of 2021) (2024) UGSC 45 (11 December 2024)
Military courts do not confer jurisdiction upon civilian courts unless explicitly provided for by statute.
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Lawpointuganda
Dec 9, 20244 min read
HOW TO BRIEF A CASE.
A case brief is a dissection of a judicial opinion -- it contains a written summary of the basic components of that decision.
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Lawpointuganda
Nov 7, 20243 min read
High Court Reaffirms Limitation Period in Land Recovery Cases.
In examining the question as to whether a suit is barred by limitation, reference is made to the plaint and the annexures thereto.
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Lawpointuganda
Nov 7, 20242 min read
High Court Affirms Trial Magistrate’s Decision to Deny Costs in Favor of Promoting Reconciliation Between the Parties.
costs follow the event" is not a rigid rule mandating costs for the successful party
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Lawpointuganda
Jun 12, 20244 min read
Determining the Rightful Owner: A Legal Breakdown of Zenith Agro Services Limited vs Departed Asian Property Custodian Board & Another Civil Suit No. 18 of 2021.
Therefore for court to determine the registered proprietor of the suit land it’s prudent for court to examine the certificate of title with
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![The Elements of a Valid Contract: Insights from Greenboat Entertainment Ltd Vs City Council of Kampala. (HCT-00-CC-CS 580 of 2003) [2007] UGCommC 21 (26 February 2007).](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/45446b_ac6a2f9b605c4a6e9fb33e0da065170d~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1220,h_916,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/45446b_ac6a2f9b605c4a6e9fb33e0da065170d~mv2.jpg)
Lawpointuganda
Jun 10, 20244 min read
The Elements of a Valid Contract: Insights from Greenboat Entertainment Ltd Vs City Council of Kampala. (HCT-00-CC-CS 580 of 2003) [2007] UGCommC 21 (26 February 2007).
To understand whether the renewed contract was valid its vital to appreciate the formalities under which a contract can be made, a contract
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![Locus Standi and Sufficient Interest in Litigation: A Legal Analysis of Male Mabirizi K. vs. Deputy Speaker of Parliament & Attorney General (Misc Cause 33 of 2023) [2024] UGHC 416.](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/45446b_8ae37cba334e448aa36cdb044293a51f~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1224,h_916,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/45446b_8ae37cba334e448aa36cdb044293a51f~mv2.jpg)
Lawpointuganda
Jun 10, 20245 min read
Locus Standi and Sufficient Interest in Litigation: A Legal Analysis of Male Mabirizi K. vs. Deputy Speaker of Parliament & Attorney General (Misc Cause 33 of 2023) [2024] UGHC 416.
A party lacking direct or personal interest in a judicial review action cannot initiate proceedings in the absence of such interest.
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Waboga David
May 10, 202415 min read
Annette Yosia & 4 Others vs Ambassador Idule Amoko & The Attorney General: HCMC No. 41 of 2023 - A Legal Analysis of Burial Rights in Uganda.
Where the wishes of the deceased can be ascertainable they should be given effect as long as they are not illegal, unreasonable or repugnant
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Lawpointuganda
May 5, 20243 min read
Uganda v Namuddu (HCT-00-ICD-CR-SC 20 of 2022): A Legal Analysis on the Principle of Legality and Retrospective Application of The Law in Uganda.
The principle of legality, a foundational tenet of criminal law, mandates that criminal liability be predicated on a pre-existing prohibitio
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Lawpointuganda
May 3, 20247 min read
The Legal Test for Contradictions and Inconsistencies in Criminal Evidence: Insights from Kayinamura vs Uganda (Criminal Appeal No. 0124 of 2022).
Contradictions in witness evidence can be fatal to a conviction only if they relate to material facts, are substantial, and touch on the...
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Waboga David
Apr 30, 202420 min read
The Evolution of Matrimonial Property Law in Uganda: A Legal Analysis of Uhiriwe Peace Vs Kuuku Kagwa Paul & 2 Ors Divorce Cause NO. 118 OF 2017.
Where the disputed property is not so registered in the joint names of the spouses but is registered in the name of one spouse, the benefici
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Lawpointuganda
Apr 28, 20249 min read
Revisiting Bank of Uganda v Betty Tinkamanyire: A Landmark Case on Unlawful Dismissal, Award of Damages, and Employment Law.
Where an employment contract stipulates a notice period, the contract can be terminated by giving the stipulated notice, and in default, the
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Lawpointuganda
Apr 21, 20248 min read
Uganda V Hajji Elisa Namunyu (RIP) and 5 Ors USC (Criminal Appeal No.49 of 2020): The Significance of Plea Taking in Criminal Proceedings and The Right to a Fair Hearing.
plea taking is essential in a criminal trial because it forms the basis upon which the accused person gets to know the details of the case
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Lawpointuganda
Apr 17, 20243 min read
Revisiting the decision in Uganda Law Society and 12 others vs. Attorney General Constitutional Petition No. 32 of 2020—Stamp Duty on Professional Licenses Struck Down in Uganda.
This provision clashed with Article 21(1), Article 3, and Article 152(1) of the 1995 Constitution of the Republic of Uganda. By declaring it
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Lawpointuganda
Apr 16, 20244 min read
Uganda Performing Rights Society v. Mega Standard Supermarket Miscellaneous Application No. 1042 of 2015: A Landmark Case in Copyright Infringement and Issuance of an Anton Pillar Order.
Should the respondent refuse and choose not to apply for verification or discharge of this order then it will expose the respondent to the r
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![A Legal Analysis and the Significance of Trademark Infringement and the Likelihood of Confusion in Uganda: Vision Impex Ltd vs. Sansa Ambrose & Goldman Logistics (Civil Suit No. 303 of 2013) [2017].](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/45446b_66e62f27322f43818481131c3a24a874~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1224,h_916,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/45446b_66e62f27322f43818481131c3a24a874~mv2.jpg)
Lawpointuganda
Apr 15, 20245 min read
A Legal Analysis and the Significance of Trademark Infringement and the Likelihood of Confusion in Uganda: Vision Impex Ltd vs. Sansa Ambrose & Goldman Logistics (Civil Suit No. 303 of 2013) [2017].
This case serves as a stark reminder to Uganda’s business community that unauthorized use of a registered trademark in commerce
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Lawpointuganda
Apr 13, 20246 min read
Lwanga v Mubiru and 3 Others (Civil Appeal 18 of 2022): A Legal Analysis and the Significance of Bonafide Purchasers
Lands are not vegetables which are bought from unknown sellers. Lands are very valuable properties and buyers are expected to make thorough
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![Revisiting the landmark decision in Bank of Australia v. Palmer [1897] AC 540, the principle of parole evidence in contract law.](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/45446b_7a42124094244e969fdbb912b9125043~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1220,h_916,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/45446b_7a42124094244e969fdbb912b9125043~mv2.jpg)
Lawpointuganda
Apr 8, 20242 min read
Revisiting the landmark decision in Bank of Australia v. Palmer [1897] AC 540, the principle of parole evidence in contract law.
Bank of Australia v. Palmer [1897] AC 540 is a significant legal case dealing with the principle of parole evidence in contract law. ...
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Waboga David
Aug 27, 20216 min read
A Look into the Constitutional Court Ruling of the Anti-Pornographic Law and Relevance in Uganda.
The Constitutional Court earlier this month on (13th August, 2021) in the case of Lillian Drabo & 8 Ors V Attorney General...
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