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Child support normally refers to the ongoing periodic payment made by a parent for the financial benefit of a child following the end of a marriage or other relationship. The law stresses that the responsibility of the child should fall equally on both parents or legal guardians but there are situations where a mother may be brought to court to pay child support but her argument centers on the fact that the man is the breadwinner. Listen to You & The Law to learn more about this controversial legal issue.

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On today’s edition of You and the Law we continue our look at accessing child support in Jamaica. Listen to learn more.

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On today’s edition of You and the Law we’ll be discussing how child support can be accessed in Jamaica. Listen to learn more on this edition of You & The Law.

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On today’s edition of You and the Law we continue our discussion on the correct protocol for Arrests. Listen to learn more.

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An arrest is the lawful detention of a citizen by a member of the Jamaica constabulary force. Once a person is placed under arrest their liberty is withheld. Additionally, you can be arrested and not charged. Criminal Lawyer with the Law firm A. McBean and Company, Craig Carter, says a person can be arrested solely on the basis of a report being made against them.

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The Government is looking to train more alternative dispute resolution mediators. The training forms part of plans to significantly reduce the backlog of court cases and improve the efficiency of the justice system. Justice Minister, Delroy Chuck says the main aim is to ensure justice is delivered in a timely manner.

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Last week we began looking at buying land in Jamaica, outlining that a lawyer can help guide the process. We also mentioned the hidden fees that are not included in the buying price and some of the risks or challenges involved. This week we’ll continue looking at some of the risks associated with buying land as well as highlighting the importance of background checks. Attorney at Law with the law firm Nunes Scholefield Deleon and partners Terje Sherman says buyers should get a surveyor’s ID report  before signing any agreement.

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According to Attorney at Law Terje Sherman after someone identifies a piece of land for purchasing, they are advised to get an attorney to make the process easier. Despite the recommendation to get an attorney, it is not compulsory for persons to use one when buying land.

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Marriage can be described as the joining of two souls in holy matrimony. But it can also mean the joining of two names for a bride or even a groom. Attorney At Law, Tavia Dunn says the name change is not compulsory as it’s completely up to the spouses to decide how they want to proceed in terms of their names.

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On today’s edition of You and the Law we look at the new developments at the Legal Aid Council.

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When a person dies without a will the proceedings are covered by the Intestates, Estates and Property Charges Act. Attorney at Law Terje Sherman from the Conveyancing and Probate Department of the Law firm Nunes Schoefield Deleon and Co Partners, says this is the act that determines who can make an application on your estate and who is to benefit from your estate.

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Writing a will is usually a personal process, however it requires the presence and input of a few people such as witnesses, an executor and possibly a lawyer. Lawyers can write and examine wills on a client’s behalf. Some law firms go the extra mile to store copies of wills for clients. The witnesses are required to sign your will, showing that they indeed saw you giving your last instructions. Next up are the executors. Attorney at Law, Terje Sherman from the Conveyancing and Probate Department of the Law firm Nunes Schoefield Deleon and Co Partners, explains that executors play a crucial part of the will writing process.

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Writing a will is an important step in preparing for life’s many occurences. It can be a simple process, with the most important part being the documentation of your intentions in clear writing. Attorney at Law Terje Sherman from the Conveyancing and Probate Department of the Law firm Nunes Schoefield Deleon and Co Partners, says the first step is thinking about what it is you wish to include in the division of your estate and writing it accordingly.

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Conveyancing is the practice or procedure of having land transferred from one person to another. An instrument of transfer, on the other hand, is a legal document necessary for the transfer of titles and usually involves registered land. With any legal process especially with the instrument of transfer, there are peculiarities that may arise resulting in the delay or complete prevention of the land being registered. One such peculiarity exists when there is an instance of a one holding covenant.

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Conveyancing is the practice or procedure of having land transferred from one person to another and is considered to be different from an instrument of transfer. An instrument of transfer is a legal document necessary for the transfer of titles and usually involves registered land.Attorney at Law with the Law Firm Nunes ,Schoefield Deleon and Co. Lecea Ann Smith breaks down the elements of the instrument of Transfer document.

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On today’s edition of You and the Law Strides, we explore conveyancing.

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On today’s edition of You and the Law, Strides made under centralization of legal services project and Back log of accident files in the Attorney General’s Chambers cleared!

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On today’s edition of You and the Law, New initiatives to be implemented under the Child Diversion Act.

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