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Image rights in Ireland

Unlike the US, there is no standalone ‘personality right’ or ‘right of publicity’ in Ireland.

UK regulatory ‘gap’ brings PFAS claims risk for businesses

Some of these chemicals are known to degrade very slowly

Government and FCA AIFM proposals will help better shape UK regime

The Treasury’s initiative is part of the government’s broader strategy to make the UK a more attractive hub for asset managers.

Court Ruling helps clarify Creditor Rights in the Cayman Islands

The Receivers contended that Chan Ka Man’s authority was established when he executed the undated instrument as a duly authorised officer.

Divorce if you're a British diplomat

Despite being an important concept, there is no single and clear definition of habitual residence to be found in law but it broadly corresponds to where a person has their permanent or habitual centre of interests.

FCA enforcement action highlights focus on non-financial misconduct

Odey has challenged the FCA’s findings and referred the decision notice to the Upper Tribunal.

Irish SPVs and listed SMEs to be excluded from sustainability reporting regime under proposals to streamline CSRD

The Amending Directive remains subject to scrutiny and amendment by the Parliament and the Council

Ofcom to issue guidance to help online platforms better protect women and girls online

Online services in scope of the Online Safety Act were required to have completed their Illegal Content Risk Assessment and Children’s Access Assessment by March 2025

Grand Court clarifies requirements for leave to proceed with a counterclaim against a company in official liquidation

Under section 97 of the Companies Act (2023 Revision), no civil proceedings may be commenced or proceeded with against a company in official liquidation except with the leave of the Grand Court.

Risk assessment reviews and planning required as ‘Martyn’s Law’ becomes UK law

The requirements under the Act are set to come into effect around April 2027, after a 24 month implementation period.

The national council for voluntary organisations (NCVO) inclusive language and communication guide

The guide aims to help NCVO staff, members and partners understand the importance of inclusive communication which prioritises respect, diversity and inclusion in all interactions.

Proposals to introduce age discrimination in Guernsey – key points for employers

Guernsey law already includes protection from discrimination on the grounds of sex, marriage, gender reassignment, maternity and adoption leave, race, disability, carer status, sexual orientation, and religion or belief.

The Guernsey anti-money laundering regime through the lens of human rights caselaw

Failure to bring a successful private law action could result in the assets being informally frozen for years or even decades.

Age will matter - in time. Guernsey's next step in anti-discrimination law - DELAYED!

The Ordinance came into effect on 1 October 2023 and was always intended to be developed over a three phased process.

Ten things every VASP should know about the BVI Virtual Assets Service Providers Act, 2022

The VASP Act defines a “VASP” as a virtual asset service provider who provides, as a business, a virtual assets service and is registered to conduct one or more of the following activities

Killing trusts softly: the Australia-Canada-U.S. trust paradox

A revocable trust exists for legal purposes but the assets are still treated as if they are owned by the grantor from a U.S. tax perspective.

Regulatory Clarity: Bermuda’s Approach to Long-term Block Reinsurance

With Bermuda’s role as a global hub for insurance and reinsurance, these rules enhance market stability and regulatory oversight

Climate Leadership Confronts Policy Whiplash

If the last decade has taught us anything, it is that climate leadership is no longer the preserve of national governments.

South Africa construction sector requires ‘system-wide’ sustainability behavioural change

If left unchecked, annual sector emissions could increase by up to 127% by 2050 due to rising infrastructure demand driven by population growth and social economic development.

Simmons supports Enzen restructuring as new industry precedent set

The Simmons team advising Enzen was led by Tina Lockwood

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