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18 August 2024
Pre-emption is a privilege in property sales that allows a person to replace the buyer under specified conditions. The first thought that comes to mind is the right of the adjacent neighbor. However, according to Article 921 of the Qatari Civil Code, the adjacent neighbor’s right is ranked last, preceded by: 1) The owner of […]
11 August 2024
Law is classified within social sciences to regulate various human interactions, with the public authority punishing those who violate it with fair penalties. In this regard, the law organizes human rights and duties. The law grants not only rights but also the corresponding obligations. It’s not an exaggeration to say that law is a vast […]
2 September 2024
Unlike most modern legislations, Qatari law allows the plaintiff to obtain a court order preventing the defendant from leaving the country. Preventing someone from travelling restricts their freedom and limits their right to reside and move, a right guaranteed by Article 36 of the Constitution. What is a travel ban? It is primarily a precautionary […]
26 August 2024
In my previous article, I discussed the concept of pre-emption (Shuf’a) and defined it as a legal right restricting a property owner’s ability to sell their property. It allows an adjacent neighbour to replace the buyer by paying the same price. The Qatari Civil Code, in Articles 927 and 933, sets two deadlines for exercising […]