Jason Nathu

Communications and Technology, Law Made Simple, Technology

Up, up and away. Is it legal to own or fly a drone?

Drones are among the most sought after gadgets for adult tech-enthusiasts. They’re fun to fly and can help you see the world from a different perspective…

Human Rights, Law Made Simple, Law School

Forced to flee: Refugees and the law in Trinidad and Tobago

The history of the Caribbean is one that has always been rooted in migration. The Amerindians traveled from island to island to support themselves. The…

Law Made Simple, Litigation and Dispute Resolution

What happens if I’m injured while traveling in a “PH” taxi?

The private taxi (sometimes referred to as the ‘pirate taxi’) business is flourishing in Trinidad and Tobago. It seems that the authorities have turned a…

Human Rights, Law Made Simple, Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Understanding the court system in Trinidad and Tobago

The Judiciary of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, headed by the Chief Justice, comprises the Supreme Court of Judicature and the Magistracy. The Judiciary…

Business, Communications and Technology, Intellectual Property, Technology

Going live: What you need to know about live streaming and the law

Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Periscope now give users the options to broadcast ‘live’ to their timeline. While this live streaming option…

Environment, Law Made Simple

Littering, pollution and the law

Litter can refer to anything from a cigarette butt to a bag of rubbish. All litter is unsightly and makes our local areas look untidy…

Family, Law Made Simple

Maintenance of children in the Magistrates Court

A child is entitled to reasonable maintenance to provide for clothing, housing, dental and medical care, education and training, and, where applicable, recreation. Both parents have…

Environment, Family, Human Rights, Law Made Simple

Implications of the Zika Virus: Balancing the right to life with the potential of serious birth defects

The potential effects of the Zika Virus on unborn children has caused anxiety for expecting mothers across the Caribbean. The disease has brought the issue…