posted by on Aug 24
By and large, a prenuptial agreement between a couple is a serious thing which is used to dictate events and settlements should the marriage end in divorce. These events usually just entail the division of property and take into account prior assets, with alimony occasionally being discussed. However, occasionally a prenuptial agreement strays off the beaten path somewhat, and some odd stipulations are made in these pre wedding agreements.
A prime example of a type of bizarre prenuptial agreement is when a penalty for infidelity is imposed on one or both individuals. Rather than going with the old fashioned methods of trust and hope, some individuals genuinely do insert a financial penalty if their other half commits adultery during the marriage.
posted by on Aug 22
Governments across the world are preoccupied with the global financial crisis, with many other issues being put on the backburner. However, Thailand continues to work towards the empowerment and betterment of ordinary citizens. Several changes noted by Thai law consultants in recent times exemplify this – we look at some of the most important.
Governments across the world are preoccupied with the global financial crisis, with many other issues being put on the backburner. However, Thailand continues to work towards the empowerment and betterment of ordinary citizens. Several changes noted by Thai law consultants in recent times exemplify this – we look at some of the most important.
The new law is biased towards consumers; cases must be held at a court convenient to the consumer, and the burden of proof is on the business rather than the complainant. Only one postponement of 15 days or less is allowed.
Consumers also benefit from an exemption in fee obligations, including court fees, commissions, witness fees, and Thailand lawyer’s fees – unless the suit is found to be unreasonable, or the damages are judged as excess