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Inherited Debts: Who Pays and How Much?
Inherited Debts: Who Pays and How Much? Accepting an inheritance means taking over not only assets but also debts. Italian law sets precise rules on
Inheritance: Is Community Property or Separate Property Better?
Inheritance: Is Community Property or Separate Property Better? Choosing between community property and separate property at marriage may seem like a minor formality, but it
Buying a House: Investment or Personal Use? A Guide to Making the Right Choice
Buying a House: Investment or Personal Use? A Guide to Making the Right Choice The Italian relationship with real estate is deep rooted, almost instinctive,
Intimate Videos Shared by an Ex: When Is It Revenge Porn and How Can You Prove It?
Intimate Videos Shared by an Ex: When Is It Revenge Porn and How Can You Prove It? Sharing private photos or videos without consent is
Does Transcription Make You an Owner?
Many believe that registering (transcribing) a real estate deed automatically makes you the legal owner. But that’s not quite right. This article explains what transcription
Sexting Counts as Cheating: And It Can Cost You Alimony
Sexting may seem like a harmless digital flirtation, a way to escape a relationship that feels stagnant. But in the eyes of the law, those
Can You Donate to Your Grandchildren Without Violating Your Children’s Legitimate Rights?
Many families wonder whether it is possible—and lawful—to donate assets directly to grandchildren, bypassing the children in order to avoid a “double transfer” and reduce
How to Check if a Property Has Mortgages
Buying a house is a major life step, often filled with excitement but also with some understandable worries. One of the biggest concerns buyers face
Child Support in Italy: Court of CassationReaffirms the Need for Fair, Proportionate Contributions
In a landmark judgment (No. 19288, filed July 14, 2025), the Italian Court of Cassation clarified that child support obligations must be adjusted when a
Domestic Abuse and No-Contact Orders in Italy: Legal Protection Even After Separation
A recent ruling by Italy’s Court of Cassation (Criminal Section VI, Judgment No. 23992 of June 27, 2025) underscores a critical legal principle: in cases