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August 13, 2021

Answer sheet an Information under RTI Act, 2005
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Provision 2(f) of the RTI Act, 2005 defines ‘information’ as a piece of data existing or obtainable in whichever form comprising reports in written or pictographic format, memorandums, electronic messages, directions, instructions, perspective or opinions, newspapers, flyers, advertisements, logbook, contract, judgments, replica and copies, facts of details of a private body accessible by such public…

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LAWYER-CLIENT PRIVILEGE
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A fundamental principle in the client-lawyer relationship is that, in the absence of the client’sinformed consent, the lawyer must not reveal information relating to the representation. Thiscontributes to the trust that is the hallmark of the client-lawyer relationship. The client is therebyencouraged to seek legal assistance and to communicate fully and frankly with the lawyer…

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Carlill v Carbolic Smoke Ball Co, 1893
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A succinct summary of the facts. After seeing Defendant’s advertising claiming that its product might prevent influenza, Plaintiff purchased a Carbolic Smoke Ball and followed the manufacturer’s instructions from November 20, 1891, until January 17, 1892, when she became ill with the flu. Plaintiff filed an action to collect the 100 pounds, which the Court…

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Entick v Carrington, 1765
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Entick v Carrington [1765] is a landmark decision in English and UK constitutional law that established individual civil rights and limited governmental authority. The case influenced other common law countries and served as a major inspiration for the United States Constitution’s Fourth Amendment. It is renowned for Lord Camden’s dictum: “It will be found in…

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