The validity of real estate contracts and the rectification of urban planning declarations: an analysis of Ordinance no. 30827/2025
With Ordinance no. 30827/2025, the Court of Cassation clarifies the boundaries of urban planning nullity in real estate sale contracts. Discover why a false declaration regarding pre-1967 construction does not render the deed void if the actual building permits for the property are produced during the rectification process.
Joinder and severance of civil cases: the limits of the Court of Cassation's review in order no. 31088 of 2025
Court of Cassation order no. 31088 of 2025 clarifies the judge's discretion regarding the joinder and severance of related civil cases. We examine when and how such organizational measures can be challenged.
Opposition to administrative sanctions and formal defects in appeals: Order no. 31016 of 2025
The Court of Cassation, with Order no. 31016 of 2025, defines the strict requirements for the validation of an appeal erroneously initiated by petition instead of by summons in matters of administrative sanctions. Discover the procedural details and the importance of formal rigor.
Speed cameras and privacy protection: the Court of Cassation with order no. 31015/2025 clarifies the validity of fines
The Court of Cassation, with order no. 31015 of 2025, has established that the breach of privacy notification obligations by the Municipality does not entail the nullity of a speeding ticket. We explore why data privacy does not invalidate road traffic sanctions.
Road traffic penalties and the powers of the Deputy Prefect: Ordinance no. 31013 of 2025 clarifies the delegation of signature
With Ordinance no. 31013 of 2025, the Court of Cassation clarifies whether an injunction order for violations of the Highway Code signed by a Deputy Prefect requires a written delegation from the Prefect, outlining the boundaries of the signatory power of officials.
Pecuniary damage from loss of future earnings and the Milan Tables: Supreme Court judgment no. 29054 of 2025 provides clarification
The Court of Cassation, with judgment no. 29054 of 2025, rules that the Milan Tables for the loss of future earnings do not constitute a binding equitable parameter under Article 1226 of the Italian Civil Code, emphasizing the case-by-case personalization of pecuniary damage.
Professional liability and good faith: Court of Cassation ordinance no. 29456/2025
The Court of Cassation, through ordinance no. 29456/2025, reaffirms the principle of utmost good faith in professional insurance contracts. Learn why the failure to disclose a potential claim, even in the absence of a specific duty of discovery, may invalidate coverage.
Fall on uneven road: when inattention precludes compensation according to Court of Cassation no. 29147/2025
Those who fall into a visible pothole on an uneven road risk being denied compensation. Order no. 29147/2025 of the Court of Cassation reaffirms that the inattentive conduct of the injured party may constitute a fortuitous event, excluding the liability of the custodian under Article 2051 of the Italian Civil Code.
Assignment of claims and direct compensation in road accidents: Supreme Court ruling no. 29113/2025
The Court of Cassation, with judgment no. 29113 of 2025, clarifies the legitimacy of actions under Article 149 of the Insurance Code by the assignee of a compensation claim (e.g., for replacement vehicle rental) against the victim's insurer. We examine the scope of this significant decision.
Intolerable emissions from public roads: the liability of the Public Administration according to Order no. 29798/2025
With Order no. 29798/2025, the Court of Cassation establishes that the Public Administration is liable for damages caused by noise and pollution originating from public areas. Discover when the Public Administration can be ordered to compensate citizens and install sound-absorbing barriers.