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  Supreme Court Upholds Copyright Rights of JVP Leader Tilvin Silva in Landmark Intellectual Property Case Against Wimal Weerawansa
  Colombo, Sri Lanka – The Supreme Court of Sri Lanka has affirmed the importance of copyright protection under the Intellectual Property Act No. 36 of 2003, ruling in favour of Mesthri Tilvin Silva in a landmark dispute involving former JVP parliamentarian Wimal Weerawansa over the unauthorized use of written material in… Read more: Supreme Court Upholds Copyright Rights of JVP Leader Tilvin Silva in Landmark Intellectual Property Case Against Wimal Weerawansa
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  Landmark SC Ruling: Seagull Property Developers Ordered to Pay Rs. 10M Over Unlawful Parking Conversion
  In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka has ordered Seagull Property Developers (Pvt) Ltd to pay Rs. 10 million in compensation to two apartment owners, Dr. K. Mahendrarajah and K. Balendra, for the unlawful conversion of parking spaces into commercial property. The decision,… Read more: Landmark SC Ruling: Seagull Property Developers Ordered to Pay Rs. 10M Over Unlawful Parking Conversion
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  Supreme Court Revives Treasury Bond Case, Orders Trial to Proceed
  In a significant legal development concerning Sri Lanka’s controversial Treasury Bond scandal, the Supreme Court has overturned a Court of Appeal decision that effectively halted criminal proceedings against several accused persons and entities, including a leading primary dealer, and ordered the case to proceed before the… Read more: Supreme Court Revives Treasury Bond Case, Orders Trial to Proceed
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  Probate law, revocation of wills, and evidentiary standards under Sri Lankan law.
  The Supreme Court judgment in SC Appeal No. 38/2014 is a significant decision dealing with probate law, revocation of wills, and evidentiary standards under Sri Lankan law. Here’s an analysis of the case and the ruling: Key Facts:• The appellant, Karunawathie Jayamaha, sought probate of a… Read more: Probate law, revocation of wills, and evidentiary standards under Sri Lankan law.

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  Court of Appeal Affirms Taxpayer’s Right to a Fair Hearing in Landmark Inland Revenue Ruling
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  Court of Appeal Annuls VAT Assessment Against LOLC Finance in Landmark Tax Ruling
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  Sri Lanka Telecom PLC v. Right to Information Commission and C.J. Wijayawardhana
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  Deshabandu Tennakoon v. Hon. B. A. Aruna Indrajith Buddhadasa & Others (CA Writ Application 168/25)

LEGAL QUERIES

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  Imposition of Stamp Duty in Sri Lanka
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  Conviction under the Prevention of Money Laundering
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  Copyright law applicable to Online Legal information providers in Sri Lanka
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   ‘mens rea’ component in narcotics cases
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  Labour Law-Right of Appeal is Limited to Questions of Law
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  The stage of litis contestatio being reached, does the cause of action survive?
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  Inordinate delay in the conclusion of a criminal trial
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  Excessive sentence-Fair Trial-Duty of the Prosecution and the Assigned Counsel
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  Compensation following termination of employment

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LEGAL NEWS

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  Supreme Court Upholds Copyright Rights of JVP Leader Tilvin Silva in Landmark Intellectual Property Case Against Wimal Weerawansa
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  BASL Unveils Draft Framework on the Use of Generative AI in Legal Practice
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  Justice Goes Digital
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  Lanka Law Launches AI Legal Drafting Tool, Bringing Professional Document Automation to Lawyers, Businesses, and the Public
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  Court of Appeal Annuls VAT Assessment Against LOLC Finance in Landmark Tax Ruling
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  Incorporation Acts (1957-2026)
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  Supreme Court Revives Treasury Bond Case, Orders Trial to Proceed
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  Sri Lanka’s Sweeping New Insolvency Bill Could Reshape Business, Banking and Corporate Survival
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  Derivative Action Against NDB Raises Serious Questions Over Maintainability Before Commercial High Court

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RESEARCH ARTICLES

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  Affidavits: Legal Principles, Case Law, and Key Judgments
  Introduction An affidavit is a written statement sworn to be true by the deponent, used as evidence in legal proceedings. Affidavits play a crucial role in both civil and criminal cases, serving as evidence in court, administrative proceedings, and business… Read more: Affidavits: Legal Principles, Case Law, and Key Judgments
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  Administrators and Executors in Sri Lanka: Legal Framework and Case Law
  Introduction In Sri Lanka, the roles of administrators and executors are crucial in managing and distributing the estate of a deceased person. Their legal standing, responsibilities, and duties are guided by statutory laws and judicial precedents. This article delves into the… Read more: Administrators and Executors in Sri Lanka: Legal Framework and Case Law
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  Proof of Shipment Under Letter of Credit Transactions: Expectations of Banks
  A Letter of Credit (LC) is a financial instrument issued by a bank at the request of a buyer to guarantee timely payment to a seller upon the presentation of specified documents. This mechanism ensures compliance with agreed terms, offering… Read more: Proof of Shipment Under Letter of Credit Transactions: Expectations of Banks
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  A Comparative Analysis of Time Limits for Employee Relief Applications
  Time limitations regarding applications for relief following employment termination have become critical in industrial law. These limits are designed to ensure timely recourse while preventing administrative delays. This article examines the evolution of time limits in Sri Lanka, their implications… Read more: A Comparative Analysis of Time Limits for Employee Relief Applications
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  Freedom of Expression and the Right to Information: Pillars of Democracy and Good Governance
  Freedom signifies the absence of control, interference, or restriction. Within this context, freedom of expression refers to the unrestrained ability to articulate one’s views, ideas, emotions, and thoughts. However, this right must coexist harmoniously with other universal freedoms, necessitating reasonable… Read more: Freedom of Expression and the Right to Information: Pillars of Democracy and Good Governance
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  Smuggling of Human Cargo and Liability Issues: Perspectives in International Law
  Illicit or irregular migration is a global phenomenon, often analyzed from the perspective of the destination country. However, it is inherently a multilateral issue involving countries of origin, transit, and destination. Origin countries are implicated when individuals leave without valid… Read more: Smuggling of Human Cargo and Liability Issues: Perspectives in International Law
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  Corporate Takeovers: Regulatory Frameworks, Challenges, and International Comparisons
  Corporate phenomena such as takeover offers—exemplified by Hatton National Bank’s bid for control of the Commercial Bank of Ceylon and the contest between Vanik Incorporated Ltd and Asia Capital Ltd over Forbes Ceylon Ltd—highlight the importance of regulatory frameworks like… Read more: Corporate Takeovers: Regulatory Frameworks, Challenges, and International Comparisons
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  Contracts of Employment and Unfair Dismissals: An Evolving Landscape
  Contracts of employment represent more than mere agreements between two parties; they are a critical framework for balancing rights, obligations, and expectations within the industrial and economic fabric of society. The evolution from a master-servant relationship to one governed by… Read more: Contracts of Employment and Unfair Dismissals: An Evolving Landscape
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  Terminating a Company’s Existence
  The termination of a company’s existence is a structured and legally governed process aimed at ensuring fairness, transparency, and adherence to statutory obligations. This article delves into the various methods by which a company can cease to exist under the… Read more: Terminating a Company’s Existence
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  Stamping of Documents in Legal Proceedings
  Stamp duty represents a pivotal element in the legal framework, serving as a form of taxation on specific documents to ensure their validity and enforceability. Governed initially by Ordinance No. 22 of 1909, the regulation of stamp duty underwent significant… Read more: Stamping of Documents in Legal Proceedings