When Criminal Cases Hit Pause: Navigating the Intersection of Civil and Criminal Law
A recent judgment from the Lahore High Court provides crucial clarity on a complex legal issue: what happens when a criminal case and a civil lawsuit involve the same core dispute? The court delivered a significant ruling, deciding that in certain intricate situations, criminal proceedings must wait for the outcome of civil litigation. The Core […]
Understanding Burden of Proof in Gift Mutation Cases
The Supreme Court of Pakistan recently delivered a landmark judgment clarifying the burden of proof in gift mutation cases. This decision establishes crucial guidelines for validating property transfers and preventing fraudulent claims. The case involved a woman challenging a gift mutation that allegedly transferred her property without her consent, highlighting how courts examine evidence in […]