Showing 16 cases in Case Law
Clear filterStay of execution
The convenience or inconvenience of parties is not a factor to consider in staying execution.
Custody and MaintenanceBasis of seeking custody
The divorce or separation of parents is the basis for custody and maintenance cases
Custody and MaintenanceException to Tender years rule
A mother's busy schedule is not an exceptional circumstance to the tender years rule.
Custody and MaintenanceInterests of a child
Parents should be involved in the upbringing of a child despite access orders granted to one parent
Custody and MaintenanceBest interests of a child
Parent's new relationship after separation should not interfere with the best interests of a child
Custody and MaintenanceCustody of a male child
Custody of a male child is granted to the father upon proof of special circumstances
Custody and MaintenanceBest interest and relocation
Custodial parent has the right to relocate with child so long as it is in the child's best interest
Custody and MaintenanceCustody to a remarried mother
Remarriage is not reason to disqualify granting custody unless detrimental to the child's welfare
Custody and MaintenanceParental responsibility
Parents to a child share equal parental responsibility regardless of their marital status
Custody and MaintenanceConduct of parent to be granted custody
A parent can be denied custody if his/her conduct causes harm to the weelbeing of the child
Custody and MaintenanceMaintenance
Special circumstances ought to be proved for maintenance of an individual of above 18 years
Custody and MaintenanceConduct of parent in child's custody
The conduct of a parent during a trial informs the court on the determination of custody
Custody and MaintenanceParental responsibility
The needs of a child should be guided by the income earned by each parent
Custody and MaintenanceParental responsibility
A mother can apply for the extension of parental responsibility
Custody and MaintenanceParental responsibility
Parental responsibility ceases upon completion of undergraduate studies
Custody and MaintenanceParental responsibility
DNA is to be submitted for a father to take parental responsibility if the parties are not married