One fine evening in 399 BCE, as the sun was about to set, Socrates, son of Sophroniscus, drank a cup of hemlock and ended his life […]
Role of ADR in Attracting Foreign Direct Investment
Every country in the world relies on foreign investments to maximize its economic stability and improve the quality of its local marketplace. Foreign direct investment (FDI) […]
Construction Disputes – The Achilles Heel of a Developing Sector
The rule of law is the foundation stone of a society as it ensures order and just conduct whereas its absence leads to chaos. It can […]
Digitalization of Tax System Without Digitalizing Economy – Car Without Engine
The technological revolution has transformed how we think and organize activities globally. The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector[1] has influenced almost all disciplines worldwide, making […]
Voice for the Voiceless – Stray Animal Welfare
Global Ranking Pakistan is rated as a poor performer (“E”) under the Animal Protection Index (API).[1] As the new provincial and federal governments take office, it is […]
Elections 2024 – Rigid or Rigged? A Modern Day Dilemma
The 9th of February, 2024, the day following the general election in Pakistan, appeared to be a normal day in the lives of doctors, engineers, entrepreneurs […]
Should Consumer Courts be Digitalized and Have Jurisdiction in Essential Services and Criminal Matters?
In Pakistan, consumers are among the most vulnerable groups, largely due to a lack of awareness about their rights and the ineffective implementation of existing consumer […]
Legal Landscape of Bonded Labour in Agriculture, Brick Kiln and Carpet Industries
List of Acronyms ILO International Labour Organization FATA Federally Administered Tribal Areas […]
Smart Contracts and Crypto-Assets in Pakistan: A Legal Perspective
What are Smart Contracts? A smart contract is just like a traditional contract. However, in effect, it is a computer program that exists on a blockchain, […]
Supreme Court Affirms Women’s Claim to Haq Mehr at Any Time
In an empowering move, the Supreme Court of Pakistan has recently ruled that women in Pakistan have the right to demand haq mehr at any time […]
Coercive Recovery Under Fiscal Legislation
The superior courts have recently shored up the jurisprudence with respect to the practice of initiating coercive recovery against taxpayers. They have solidified their position on […]
Punjab Enforcement of Women’s Property Rights Act 2021
The concept of women’s legal rights pertaining to property is always called into question in countries like Pakistan. Both Muslim majority and minority countries recognize the […]
Protection of Minority Rights in Pakistan’s Constitution: Adequacy, Discrimination and Marginalization
[Note: The use of the term ‘non-Muslims’ in this article is for legal purposes only and not meant to be exclusionary in any way]. Pakistan is […]
Jaranwala Incident: Pakistan’s Weak Commitments and Bleak Realities
This article examines the recent Jaranwala incident in Pakistan where violence erupted owing to unverified blasphemy allegations. The article delves into the contradictions between Pakistan’s international […]
ChatGPT for Lawyers: 101 Practical Prompts
ChatGPT for Lawyers: 101 Practical Prompts by Adam Jabbar is a comprehensive resource specifically designed for lawyers seeking to leverage the power of artificial intelligence (AI) […]
Polygamy – Breaking the Self-Made Façade [Part One]
Polygamy remains one of the most stressed about Islamic practices in our society and even though men and women speak of it with the same zeal […]
Dower: Unveiling the Truth – Genuine Protection or Mere Deception?
The discussion around women’s rights under Islamic law still continues and involves various perspectives including those of Islamic legal experts, traditionalists and orientalists who keep engaging […]