A decade has elapsed since Brazil incorporated a significant anti-corruption law, leading to multiple investigations, criminal charges, and a considerable amount of work for both local and international law firms. This law has been integral in tailing corruption within Latin America’s largest economy, trapping politicians and executives across the Americas, additionally providing ample work to…
In a move that attests to the growing significance of the Middle East as a pivotal business region, international law firms Baker McKenzie and Baker Botts have continued their measured expansion in these markets. The precise details of the expansion move have not been disclosed due to paywall restrictions. However, it is evident that these…
As observed over the years, the statistical trends in commercial arbitration practice, a primary method for settling private disputes, have consistently reflected significant geopolitical occurrences. The latest stats brought forth by the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) in its 2022 annual report uphold this phenomenon. Despite it seemingly being “business as usual” for the…
The international legal market’s dynamism continues to impress, as seen in the recent activities of two law firms—Davis Polk and Simpson Thacher. Each played significant roles in guiding Vesta, a Mexican industrial property company, to its initial public offering (IPO). This move to raise capital in the U.S. market is a robust indicator of the…
U.K.-based law firm Taylor Wessing and its Spanish counterpart ECIJA have experienced a stronger than anticipated level of client referral activity and wins in the first four months of their strategic partnership. This assessment came from Taylor Wessing’s managing partner, Shane Gleghorn, who expressed that the pace of success was unexpected in an interview with…
Beijing-based Jingsh Law Firm is moving forward with the establishment of an office in Paris. Once completed, this will be the organization’s 15th international office. The expansion into Paris follows the firm’s successful venture of opening an office in London approximately two years ago. The Paris branch will be Jingsh Law Firm’s third office in…
India’s Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, which recently came to force, has been met with mixed responses from international business circles. Notably, the DPDP Act eases burdens related to cross-border data transfers which is a relief for many international entities. The act provides for the localization of personal data in India, following a wave…
A recent report reveals alarming levels of sexual assault of women and girls in Ethiopia’s Tigray region, following a signed peace agreement to end conflict. The investigating bodies, Physicians for Human Rights and the Organization for Justice and Accountability in the Horn of Africa, studied over 300 random medical records from Tigray health centers dedicated…
The Supreme Court of the Netherlands has ruled that Palestinians cannot proceed with a lawsuit against Israeli military officers for their alleged involvement in an airstrike in the Gaza Strip in 2014. The lawsuit is directed toward Benny Gantz, former military veteran and subsequent politician, and Amir Eshel, former Chief of Air Staff, who are…
On August 24th, 2023, privacy regulators from across the globe united to raise concerns about the growing use of data scraping technologies. A group of twelve international data protection and privacy regulators issued a joint statement articulating their “global expectations of social media platforms and other sites to safeguard against unlawful data scraping.” Their exhortations…
Earlier this month, the Commissioner of Data Protection of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), a financial free-zone in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), rendered a landmark decision with substantial implications for the global privacy landscape. This significant judgement recognizes the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as an equivalent to the DIFC’s own Data Protection…
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently held a Drone Symposium, co-hosted by the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI). A key focus of the conference was the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in drone technology. FAA Deputy Regional Administrator, Deb Sanning, led the discussion on the impact of autonomy…
A group of US-based Chinese nationals earlier this month accused Paul Hastings LLP of not registering as a foreign agent, however, their suit was thrown out. The defendants, represented by law firm Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP, subsequently requested over $327,000 in attorneys’ fees. The plaintiffs, in response, have asserted that this request is both…
Legal professionals in corporations and law firms will want to pay close attention to recent cases in sales tax law. A summary of sales tax cases has been compiled by the TiNY Blog for the week of March 25, 2021 and has surfaced some interesting outcomes that may have implications on how multinational corporations navigate…
The Supreme Court of Vanuatu, in a decision presided by Judge Edwin Goldsbrough, has ruled that Vanuatu’s opposition party won a no-confidence motion against incumbent Prime Minister Ishmael Kalsakau. The verdict came on the heels of an initial ruling by the Parliament speaker, who concluded that the motion fell short, as it had not achieved…
In the second quarter of 2023, global antitrust enforcement maintained a consistent presence, specifically in the technology domain. As per recent reports, the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Department of Justice (DOJ) have announced a series of proposed guidelines that primarily focus on the technology mergers happening within the country. Simultaneously, major tech deal…
In a recent update, The United Nations (UN) published an electronic version of the tenth revision (Rev 10) of the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS), as noted by Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. The document was made available free of charge for consultation purposes, dated July 27, 2023. This iteration brings…
On August 23, 2023, the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued its final guidance, a noteworthy shift in policy that endeavors to implement the Build America, Buy America (BABA) provisions of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Hogan Lovells, a multinational legal practice, delivered a detailed examination of these developments. The…
Following a blend of intense negotiations, legal discourse, and regulatory scrutiny, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has arrived at a consent order poised to quell antitrust concerns revolving around a proposed $5.2 billion cash-and-stock deal. This deal puts private equity firm, Quantum Energy Partners, in line to become one of the largest shareholders of natural…
The Biden administration issued a keenly awaited executive order on August 9th concerning US outbound investment in selected technology and products with national security applications produced by “countries of concern.” Named Executive Order 14105 (EO), it was introduced in tandem with an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) from the US Department of the Treasury….
The Federal Government of Canada has made clear its regulatory intentions over electricity in its newly-drafted Clean Electricity Regulations. Published on August 10, 2023, the draft outlines the government’s plan to mandate a net-zero emissions power grid by 2035. The announcement, as expected, has generated a mix of anticipation and concern across various sectors within…
When addressing the complex issue of pay equity, one cannot overlook the significant steps taken by the European Union and Canada in fostering an equitable work environment. Key legislation in these regions, such as the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Canadian Pay Equity Act, are making strides in closing the gender pay gap, setting…
In an episode continuing to unfold, South Korean police arrested a notable number of protesters demonstrating outside the Japanese embassy. The issue at stake lies in the contentious decision by the Japanese government to dispose of treated radioactive water resulting from the 2011 Fukushima disaster into the ocean. All eyes have been on this act…
In the current digital age, we are seeing an interesting interplay between federal contractors and social media platforms (SPMs). While these platforms can offer entertainment and social connection, they can also pose unique legal challenges, particularly for federal contractors. Notably, in late 2022, as part of a larger budget bill, Congress passed the ‘No TikTok…
In recent years, nonpracticing entities have become increasingly active at the U.S. International Trade Commission. In fact, they have been responsible for bringing about a record 32% of Section 337 Investigations in 2022. This rise can be traced back to when Congress amended Section 337 in 1988. The amendments specifically allowed intellectual property rights-holders that…