In some regions in the South of Italy, in particular Abruzzo, Basilicata and many parts of Lazio (in particular south of Rome which were areas of the Mussolini bonifico) there are still ancient property rights (“usi civici“) which affect the ownership of land parcels, which in some cases go back to pre-Roman times. These are
Disposizioni Anticipate di Trattamento – the right to choose Following considerable public interest and pressure, the Italian government has now approved the proposed Law on Living Wills. (See also article of 4 April 2017, “Living Wills in Italy- Il Testamento Biologico”, published by Jessica Zama). Law n.219 of 22 December 2017 is now in force,
Quick divorce in Italy Under a new law in Italy, a couple can now lodge a petition for divorce 6 months after the decree of separation if the separation was “consensual” (both parties were in agreement as to the terms of the separation agreement) or 12 months if the separation was “judicial” (the parties were
