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Perit’s Voluntary Assumption of Responsibility

The responsibilities of periti often include project design, providing clear and detailed instructions, periodic professional…

Pinpointing a Planning Policy without Warning

Maltese courts have consistently affirmed that the EPRT must diligently consider all relevant legal arguments…

The Dormant Doctrine of Zammit McKeon

There are judgments that pass unnoticed and others that whisper ahead of their time. The…

Passive and Active Servitudes in Property Law

Property law is often thought of in terms of ownership—what a person may do with…

Tale Quale and Latent Defects: Understanding Articles 1427 and 1431 of the Civil Code

In the sale of immovable property, hidden defects can turn a seemingly sound investment into…

Demonstrating Past Residential Use

In the context of development planning law, a recurring challenge for applicants is demonstrating that…