LAW QUERIES.

Otago Witness, Issue 3495, 1 March 1921, Page 35

LAW QUERIES.

[Answered by a solicitor of the Supreme Court •f New Zealand. Letters and Telegrams must be addressed to "LEX,” c/o Editor, Otago Witness, Dunedin.] Inquirer asks: What would be the approximate cost of an undefended divorce case? Answer.—About £3O. Bunny.—lf you serve the necessary notice under “The Fencing Act, 1908,” you can compel your neighbour to join you in erecting a rabbit-proof fence, and also clearing part of the land from bush. Under the circumstances stated! in your letter you should instruct your solicitor to take the necessary procedure under the Fencing Act. Old Country.—You should write to the Secretary, British Medical Association, Wellington, who will be able- to furnish you with full information on the subject. Lex.—lt is a matter for the Commissioner of Taxes, and you would require to show hardship in your case. Any application for a refund would require to be made direct to the Commissioner .of Taxes. Rex.—(l) The wages would only be paid to the girl. (2) You are responsible for the debts. (3) At 21 years of age. (4) You should obtain on order from tbe girl to have the wages paid to you. I. A.—(l) You should demand from the Department a statement showing (2) exactly Jiow the sum of £23 has been expended. H. I.—lf your neighbour cuts away the bank so that your section falls away, be will be liable for any damage that may occur. No. 12.—Apart from any definite contract on the matter the purchaser C would be responsible for any damage to the truck. If D were negligent in carrying out his contract, he would be liable in damages for his negligence.