What is the ratio in Oxley v Hiscock?

Where cohabitants intend to share beneficial ownership but don't define shares, courts should determine what is fair considering their whole course of dealing, not just financial contributions.

What did the court decide in Oxley v Hiscock?

The Court of Appeal awarded Ms Oxley a 40% beneficial interest based on fairness rather than mathematical calculation of her financial contributions.

Why is Oxley v Hiscock important for trusts of land?

It moved away from rigid resulting trust calculations towards flexible assessment of fairness, influencing the modern constructive trust approach to family homes.

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