How many deputy mayors do we really need?
The reform of local government was not completed with the mergers of municipalities and communities. Its real test began when the new municipalities were called upon to operate in practice ...
Revisiting Cyprus’ doctrine of necessity
Like an old dog barks now and again to remind himself he is a dog, an old Cypriot scribbler feels the need to write about the Cyprus problem now and ...
When a contract fails, the law steps in
Commercial transactions are founded on trust and on the expectation that every payment serves a specific purpose. A deposit, the purchase price or any other payment is made because the ...
The planning power that should stay local
Co-ownership of immovable property often creates a difficult planning impasse. What happens when an owner has a lawful right to develop their property, but one or more co-owners do not ...
Cyprus business development organisation law: new funding opportunities for SMEs
By Ramona Livera and Alexandra de Gouveia
In July 2026, the Cyprus Business Development Organisation Law 2026 (Law 124(I)/2026) was enacted, providing for the establishment and operation of the Cyprus Business Development ...
What’s next for Lindsay Clancy after mistrial
The trial of a Massachusetts woman who strangled her three children but argues she is not guilty by reason of insanity ended on Friday with a deadlocked jury. But defendant ...
THE CASE THAT GRIPPED AMERICA
Lindsay Clancy trial over killing her children ends in mistrial
A judge declared a mistrial on Friday in the U.S. murder trial of Lindsay Clancy for killing her three young children, a tragedy her attorney said occurred while she ...
The European Union Health Data Space: Unlocking the value of e- Health Data through responsible governance
By Athena Evagorou
The European Union has spent the last decade reshaping the digital regulatory landscape through landmark legislation such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the AI ...
One word can determine an entire commercial transaction
In today’s business world, it is often assumed that major commercial disputes are determined by the amount of money involved, the bargaining power of the parties, or their financial ...
When to seek legal help with a dog bite injury case
A dog bite can leave more than a mark on the skin. An attack may bring medical bills, missed work, scars, fear, and a list of questions about responsibility. The ...
Remote work and labour law in Cyprus
Remote work has become a permanent feature of the modern labour market, transforming the operation of businesses, the organisation of production and, above all, the very substance of the employment ...
Jenec: the limits of automatic de-risking in EU banking law
By Kyriaki Stinga, Adonis Zachariou and Dorina Mastora
On June 11, the Court of Justice of the European Union delivered its judgment in Case C-81/24, Jenec. The case concerned the relationship ...
The content of a property sale contract
A contract for the sale of immovable property has long constituted the cornerstone of certainty and security in real estate transactions.
In today’s property market, however, where land developments ...
The end of the road for Cyprus’ old ID cards
August 3 marks the end of an era for thousands of Cypriot citizens who still hold the well-known, old-style blue identity cards. From that date onwards, these identity cards will no ...
EU strengthens protections of flyers
A passenger departs from Larnaca for Brussels and arrives at the destination four hours later than scheduled. Another learns at the airport that their flight has been cancelled, while a ...
Outstanding common expenses do not prevent title transfer
The legislation protecting trapped buyers was enacted to remedy a serious and long-standing distortion in the real estate market. Many purchasers, despite having paid the purchase price in full and ...
Why the black box data that proves what happened in your crash has a shorter lifespan than you think
Imagine driving down the highway when suddenly, out of nowhere, a massive commercial truck veers into your lane. The impact is violent, your car is totaled, and your life is ...
When demolition gives way to the rights of third parties
The protection of immovable property is a fundamental principle of Cypriot law. Trespass upon land constitutes a serious infringement of the right to possession and enjoyment of property and entitles ...
Who is liable when AI gets it wrong?
Artificial intelligence has long ceased to be merely a promise of technological progress. It has already become embedded in the core of economic activity, influencing the way decisions are made ...
Why law firms are replacing email and WhatsApp with encrypted deal rooms
Long before Europe’s major stock exchanges took shape, Cyprus was already a cross-border hub. Its corporate lawyers and fund administrators have spent decades orchestrating multi-million-dollar deals from London to ...
The records that often matter most in an Alabama truck accident case
A truck accident can leave behind twisted metal, damaged property, and many unanswered questions. Yet long after the vehicles are removed from an Alabama roadway, another part of the story ...
Why getting injured as a tourist does not mean you have to accept what happened and move on
Getting hurt on vacation ruins your trip and leaves you with medical bills in a strange city. Many travelers think they just have to pay up and go home because ...
Court decision on single-parent allowance provides clarity
Child maintenance is one of the most sensitive areas of family law because its central concern is not the financial dispute between parents, but the safeguarding of the child’s ...
England boosts tenants’ rights without abolishing landlords’
From May 1, English tenancy law brings an end to no-reason evictions, marking a new phase in the regulation of residential tenancies. The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 constitutes a major reform of ...