A patent can be owned by a natural and/or corporate person. It can also be owned by one individual or jointly by more than one individual. There are three main requirements for an application for the issue of a patent: a) novelty,b) inventive stepc) industrial application. The process for obtaining a patent begins with the...Read More

There are two types of Saccos and their registration methods differ. The two types are: i) Non- Deposit Taking Saccos: These Saccos are governed by the Cooperative Societies Act. They collect savings from their members, which are exclusively used as collateral for loans provided to those members. These savings cannot be withdrawn; they are refunded...Read More

A pension is as a regular payment made by the government or a financial institution to individuals who are no longer in the workforce, typically due to age or health reasons. This allowance is granted as a recognition of the individual’s valuable contributions to the country or as compensation for any losses incurred during public...Read More

Introduction Unlawful termination of employment, a form of unfair labor practice that is prohibited under Kenyan labor laws. It occurs when an employer terminates the contract of an employee unfairly and fails to provide reasons for the termination, while also failing to provide adequate notice before the termination. Employees who experience such conduct have the...Read More

Introduction The responsibility of child maintenance and support is regulated by the Children Act 2022 and the Constitution of Kenya. Child maintenance and custody are one of the fundamental issues that the courts do consider while acting on divorce or separation cases. The courts are always guided by Article 53 of the Constitution which provides...Read More

Debt collection is a process that involves recovering money owed by individuals or businesses to creditors. This process is essential for a stable economy in Kenya because by ensuring that debts are repaid, it supports business operations, lending, and investment, thereby fostering financial trust and responsible borrowing and lending practices. Debt collection encompasses various steps...Read More

The Supreme Court of Kenya’s judgment in the case of Joseph Ombogi Ogentoto v Martha Bosibori Ogentoto (SCORK PET 11 of 2020) in 2023 sparked important discussions around equality and fairness in the division of matrimonial property upon divorce. The Appellant and Respondent, had entered into a customary marriage under Abagusii law that was later...Read More

The Small Claims Courts (SCCs) in Kenya were established under the Small Claims Court Act of 2016, as a subordinate court in the structure of the court system in Kenya under Article 169 (1) (d) of the Constitution. Its primary goal is enhancing access to justice for civil and commercial disputes involving claims up to...Read More

IntroductionA trust is a legal obligation where trustees are required to manage assets they control (known as trust assets) for the benefit of designated individuals (beneficiaries), following the guidelines set out in the Trust deed. It is also referred to as a fiduciary relationship, where the settlor (the person establishing the trust) grants a trustee...Read More