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D.C. employment law round-up: Need-to-know developments for 2023

Employers must post the revised poster and should update their DCFMLA policies and forms as needed.

Fundamental Employee Rights in Jersey

The Law does not place any requirement on an employer to pay any sick pay to employees.

Some Things Change, Some Things Stay the Same: 2023 Investment Canada Act Thresholds Increase, Competition Act Thresholds Remain the Same

For the second year in a row, the Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development has announced that the threshold for pre-closing merger notifications under the Competition Act will not change this year

Growing corruption risk should spur action from businesses

Somalia now ranks as the most corrupt country, based on perceptions, with a score of 12. South Sudan was ranked bottom in 2021 with a score of 11.

Jersey limited liability companies

This note is intended to provide a general summary of the position under Jersey law as at the date shown above

Experts expect Dutch policy change to influence medicine price talks

The Dutch government has estimated that it saved €383m in 2020 as a result of the lock system in place.

Employment law updates: important changes for employers

The latest UK employment and business immigration law changes for employers, HR professionals and in-house lawyers

Cape Town electricity plan no blueprint for all South Africa

This would ensure that the feed-in system does not have the opposite effect of placing municipal finances under strain.

Ireland's approach to enforcing the GDPR

Victoria Hordern looks at the Irish Data Protection Commissioner's approach to GDPR enforcement, particularly in the context of big tech.

Counting down to the end of EU law in the UK

All EU-derived secondary legislation will expire under the Bill unless the government takes positive steps to preserve it.

The BVI IAC Arbitration Rules 2021: “A Statement of Intent for the Future”

The comparative analysis of the Rules against the rules of other leading arbitration institutions will assist the readers in identifying the advantages of choosing the BVI IAC Arbitration Rules.

The Collas Crill Guide to Jersey Limited Liability Companies (LLCS)

An LLC can also benefit from tax transparency in a similar way to a partnership.

Patent rights in quantum computing to become increasingly important, say experts

Marfé and Talbot said the potential of quantum computing is further reflected in a recent report by the European Patent Office

Ofgem's new investment framework shows scale of challenge for GB grid owners

The ASTI process will include a cost and output adjusting event (COAE) re-opener mechanism to potentially adjust outputs, target dates and allowances.

Collas Crill to closes UK Real Estate practice

All of Collas Crill's UK Real Estate clients have been notified of the move in writing with clear guidance to ensure a smooth transition and seamless continuity of service, including secure transfer of confidential information.

Data Protection in the British Virgin Islands

The DPA requires a data controller to comply with seven data protection principles when processing personal data and to ensure that any data processor it appoints has sufficient safeguards in place to protect the personal data.

The accounts and audit rules applicable to Jersey companies

Part 16 was amended in 2010, first

Bermuda Economic Substance Declaration Filings—February 2023 Alert

Such Declaration Forms must be filed annually, within six months of the last day of the entity’s financial year.

Lasting Legacy? Disclaiming a Gift of Immovable Property in Jersey

The Court granted their request and the disclaimer was successful

Future of Hong Kong’s construction industry: key implications for contractors

Contractors must arrange for the required workforce in a timely fashion, and recruit the necessary types and numbers of construction workers according to the programmed works.

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