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WHAT HAPPENS WHEN SOMEONE DIES WITHOUT A WILL?

21/3/2022

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When a person dies without leaving a will he has died “intestate.” When this occurs certain rules apply in regard to who is entitled to inherit the deceased's possessions which are called his "estate."

​In Trinidad and Tobago these rules of intestacy are set out in the Administration of Estates Act Chap 9:01. When a person dies without a will the following  persons have a right to a share of his estate:

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CAN AN EMPLOYER MAKE COVID-19 VACCINATIONS MANDATORY?

1/6/2021

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As we continue to deal with the challenge of reducing the number of Covid-19 cases in T&T, many view mass vaccination as the answer in regaining control and reducing the severity of the pandemic within our shores. On the other hand, others have reservations over being vaccinated; they often cite possible side effects and the fact that the vaccines have been developed in a short period of time with a limited trial period.

Thus far, whether or not a person gets vaccinated depends on his or her personal choice. What if the freedom to make this decision changed? What if a person's employer decided to issue a mandate that all employees must be vaccinated. Is it legal for an employer to do this in T&T? ​

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I AM THE FATHER. HOW DO I PUT MY NAME ON MY CHILD'S BIRTH CERTIFICATE?

29/12/2020

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If at the time of the registration of your child's birth your name was not included as "Father" on his or her birth certificate, it can still be inserted at a later time. In Trinidad and Tobago there are a few avenues to do so.
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POLICE OFFICERS' POWERS TO SEARCH IN TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

30/9/2020

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We have all seen and heard the controversy revolving around the police conducting searches in and on citizen's vehicles and property. Do the police have a right to do such searches? What are citizen's rights in regard to this issue? To clear the air, let's look at some of the powers given to the police to conduct searches in T&T.
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WHAT ARE THE CONSEQUENCES OF ASSAULTING AN OFFICER AND RESISTING ARREST IN T&T?

30/9/2020

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If a person assaults, obstructs or resists a police officer in the execution of his duties, that person can be found guilty of a criminal offence.
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HOW TO REGISTER A DEATH IN TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

30/9/2020

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When a loved one passes away it can cause tremendous hurt and pain. It can be difficult to even think about the process involved in registering his or her death despite its necessity. Here is some important information you will need to register someone's death in T&T.
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WHAT CAN I DO IF SOMEONE OWES ME MONEY?

22/9/2020

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​Many of us have been in situations where friends ask us to borrow money and we agree to lend it to them. Or we do work for someone and they don't pay for the work right away. But after you’ve given them the loan or done the work, the person keeps giving excuses as to why he or she has not paid the money yet, or has stopped answering your calls or messages, then you’ve got a dilemma. How do you get the money that is owed to you?
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CAN GETTING MARRIED AFFECT MY WILL?

20/9/2020

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You're looking forward to the big day but there are so many details to consider including the legal details. If you already have a Will before getting married, keep in mind that tying the knot can affect that Will.
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WHAT ARE MY RIGHTS when it comes to MATERNITY LEAVE IN TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO?

18/7/2020

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​If you are pregnant and working in Trinidad and Tobago, here's what you should know when it comes to your rights to maternity leave.  
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WHAT ARE THE LEGAL REQUIREMENTS TO GET MARRIED IN TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

18/7/2020

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​You plan to get married or you've gotten engaged and it's time to plan the big day. However, you may be unsure about the legal requirements of getting married in Trinidad and Tobago. Have no fear - here's what you need to know about the legal process of saying "I DO" in T&T.
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