Tag: Family Law
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Divorce and HDB Flats: How Courts Handle Ownership, MOP, and Selling Decisions
Overview: Why HDB Flats Become a Point of Contention in Divorce In Singapore, HDB flats are a common family asset when couples part ways. Even before or shortly after a divorce is filed, disputes over who should stay in the home or whether the property should be sold can arise. Courts may need to intervene…
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Divorcing Before Moving In: Navigating HDB Flats, MOP, and Court Orders
Understanding the Scenario: Divorce and HDB Flats Before Move-In In Singapore, the journey from relationship breakdown to property settlement can take some unexpected turns. For couples who have separated even before they move into their HDB flat, disputes over ownership, the Minimum Occupation Period (MOP), and what happens to the flat can become a flashpoint.…
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Why divorcing couples fight over HDB flats before moving in
Understanding the MOP, ownership, and HDB flats in a breakup In Singapore, the minimum occupation period (MOP) for HDB flats adds a layer of complexity to divorce proceedings. When couples separate before moving into a flat they once planned to share, disputes often center on who should retain ownership, who should sell, and how the…
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Namibia to Consider Mandatory DNA Testing at Birth to Curb Paternity Fraud
Introduction: A Quiet Crisis in Namibian Families A silent crisis affects countless Namibian families: paternity fraud. While not a headline-grabbing scandal, it erodes trust, strains relations, and leaves emotional and financial scars on men who believe they are raising children who are not biologically theirs. As debates about parental rights, child welfare, and social stability…
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Namibia Needs to Introduce Mandatory DNA Testing at Birth
Introduction: A Quiet Crisis in Namibia A silent crisis is affecting many men across Namibia, one that rarely makes headlines but leaves deep emotional, psychological, and social scars. Paternity fraud — the situation in which a child’s biological father is different from the presumed father — erodes trust, strains relationships, and has lasting consequences for…
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Namibia Must Consider Mandatory DNA Testing at Birth to Protect Families
Introduction: A Hidden Crisis in Namibian Families While headlines often highlight economic and political challenges, a quieter crisis affects countless Namibian families every day: paternity fraud. Men who love, support, and raise children under the belief of biological paternity face emotional turmoil, financial strain, and legal uncertainty when paternity is later questioned. Introducing mandatory DNA…
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How the Prenup Went Mainstream: From Celeb Secrets to Everyday Planning
From Celebrity Lore to Everyday Planning For decades, prenuptial agreements lived in the shadows of Hollywood headlines and high-net-worth circles. A prenup was often portrayed as a signal of doom for a marriage before it even began. Today, that perception is fading. A combination of economic realities, evolving relationship norms, and practical financial planning has…
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How the Prenup Went Mainstream: From Celebrities to Everyday Couples
Introduction: A Shift in Attitude Prenuptial agreements, once a backstage tool reserved for celebrities and the ultra-rich, have moved into the mainstream. A growing number of couples are choosing to discuss finances, assets, and future expectations before saying “I do.” The result is a financial planning step that blends romance with pragmatism, reducing conflict and…
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Tiffany Chen Inheritance Controversy: HK Filmmaker Excludes Sons From Will
Hong Kong Filmmaker Announces Will Exclusion for Her Sons Hong Kong-based filmmaker Tiffany Chen has revealed a controversial stance on her estate: in a recent video on her online channel, she stated that she has finalized her will and intends to exclude her two sons, Jacky and Jonathan, from any inheritance. At 66 years old,…
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Tiffany Chen Inheritance Excludes Sons: HK Filmmaker Sparks Debate
Controversial Will Draws Public Attention Hong Kong filmmaker Tiffany Chen has revealed that she has finalised her will and has chosen to exclude her two sons, Jacky and Jonathan, from any inheritance. The public disclosure—shared through a video on her online channel—has sparked a wave of discussion about family dynamics, personal autonomy, and the legal…