The American system and the Swiss system " This week, I read a report in the press about the Strauss-Kahn affair, in which it was explained that the American judicial system is "adversarial", unlike the Swiss system, which is "inquisitorial", thanks to the work of the investigating judges, who seek evidence for both the prosecution and the...
Living space in a residential zone " I've bought a plot of land in a residential zone in Geneva to build a villa. I'd like some information about the living area. Jérôme, Geneva If possible, before buying a plot of building land and, in any case, before starting work, it's best to find out...
What are sureties and guarantees? I'm 18 and planning to buy a flat on my own. I've heard about rent guarantees, sureties and deposits: what are the differences and what can I expect?" A.; Geneva First of all, it's important to distinguish between two different institutions in the...
Am I obliged to testify against my husband? I'd like to know if I'm obliged to testify against my husband, who has been summoned to appear in court". Sylvie, Geneva First of all, you need to know what type of proceedings are involved. If it's a civil case, the Geneva law of civil procedure...
Am I adequately compensated for the use of my car? "As a sales rep, I use my private car for work. I receive an allowance of 62 ct. per kilometre. How do I know if this allowance is calculated fairly, taking into account the sharp rise in petrol prices? If I have a car accident...
Inheritance: my rights as a cohabitee " My partner of 5 years has a child from a previous relationship. We are currently discussing the possibility of marriage. I'd like to know whether I could inherit his estate if he died. Under what conditions could he appoint me as his...
Inheritance and usufruct When one of the spouses dies, the matrimonial property regime is first liquidated and then the estate is divided. However, if the deceased was married under the regime of separation as to property, there is no matrimonial property regime to be liquidated, as each...
Inheritance and tenancy Under article 560 of the Swiss Civil Code, as soon as an inheritance is opened, the heirs acquire all the rights and obligations of the deceased. This mechanism is reflected in the old adage "the dead seize the living, his closest heir".in this context, the heir not only takes possession of the...
Squatters When I returned home after a year abroad, I discovered a squatter living in my home who doesn't want to leave of his own accord! Do I have the right to evict him by my own means, obviously without violence? T. Vaud To put an end to the illegal occupation of a...
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