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In-depth reviews on changing regulations, precedent-setting cases, and the future of commercial law.
The 12th Judicial Package and the Revolution in Divorce Law: Are Compensation and Alimony Being Separated While the Divorce Case is Ongoing?
Family law in Turkey holds the most sensitive dynamics of the social structure and is one of the areas where the need for reform is most frequently voiced. The 12th Judicial Package, which has generated significant public interest, aims to bring radical solutions to the chronic duration issues of divorce cases and the emotional exhaustion experienced by the parties involved. One of the most radical changes introduced with this package is the idea of separating ancillary claims—such as fault determination, compensation, and alimony—from the divorce action itself. While the current system leaves parties virtually held hostage due to trials that drag on for years, the new regulation is based on the logic of "concluding the divorce swiftly and deciding the financial consequences later." In this article, we will dissect this revolutionary change planned in family law from a legal perspective.
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Absolute Nullity of Legal Transactions and Its Legal Consequences
Although the legal order grants broad autonomy to individuals to conclude contracts and engage in legal transactions, this freedom is not limitless. For the purpose of protecting public order, general morality, and the public interest, the legislator has prescribed certain mandatory rules and constituent elements for the validity of legal transactions. When a legal transaction possesses its constituent elements but violates the mandatory provisions of the law, public order, personal rights, or general morality, the gravest type of sanction that arises is "absolute nullity" (mutlak butlan). In this article, we will examine the concept of absolute nullity, the grounds that trigger this sanction, and its legal consequences on both the parties to the transaction and third parties from both theoretical and practical perspectives.
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May 19, 1919: The Torch of a Nation's Resistance and the Endless Energy of Youth
May 19, 1919, is not just an ordinary date on the pages of a calendar; it marks the collective uprising of a nation determined to rise from its ashes. The landing of Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk in Samsun on the Bandırma Vessel is the declaration to the entire world of the independence will of a people who refuse the shackles of captivity. This strategic and legal awakening that changed the course of history was not only the beginning of a military campaign but also the turning point that laid the foundations of the modern Republic of Türkiye. Today, as we celebrate this sacred day as the "Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day," we take pride in blending the sacred heritage of the past with the vision of the future.
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How Are Damages Covered in Hit-and-Run Accidents Involving Vehicles Leaving the Scene?
One of the most distressing scenarios one can encounter on the road is when a vehicle fails to stop after an accident and flees the scene. In these incidents, commonly known to the public as "hit-and-run" occurrences, when the license plate of the colliding vehicle or the identity of the driver cannot be determined, injured citizens often find themselves at a loss regarding how to seek their rights. To prevent such injustice and to minimize grievances, our legislation has developed a highly critical guarantee mechanism: The Insurance Account (Güvence Hesabı). In this article, we will examine how to protect our rights in hit-and-run traffic accidents where the perpetrator is unknown, and look into the application processes for the Insurance Account from a legal perspective.
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What Are Passenger Rights in the Event of Flight or Bus Cancellations?
The most frustrating moment of any travel plan is arriving at the terminal or airport only to discover that your trip has been canceled. While business meetings, vacation plans, or family visits are suddenly plunged into uncertainty, passengers often find themselves stranded, not knowing what to do. However, both national and international regulations place passengers under a strong shield of legal protection from the very moment a ticket is purchased. Whether in the air or on the highway, knowing your rights in the event of travel cancellations is the first step toward preventing financial and emotional distress. In this article, we will examine the legal rights of passengers during flight and bus cancellations and how to claim them.
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How Much Can a Landlord Increase Rent? (Current Legal Limits and Rights)
In recent years, the dynamism in the Turkish real estate market has turned the relationship between landlords and tenants into one of the most legally challenging areas. The primary subject of dispute in this relationship is undoubtedly the rate of rent increase. With the expiration of the temporary fixed-rate restrictions applied in past periods, the question of the legal framework and upper limit for rent increases has once again topped the agenda. The Turkish Code of Obligations draws very clear and binding boundaries to both prevent the economic victimization of the tenant and protect the property rights of the landlord. In this article, we will examine the maximum extent to which a landlord can increase rent in light of current legislation and look into the legal rights of both parties.
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Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) Template & Analysis
In this review, we examine the strategic clauses that secure the parties' rights in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) processes and provide a sample contract template.
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Comprehensive Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) Template
A comprehensive NDA template protecting trade secrets and sensitive data, suitable for both mutual and one-way use.
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Software License and Service Level Agreement (SLA) Template
A professional template regulating intellectual property rights, licensing conditions, and maintenance obligations in IT projects.
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