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The British Virgin Islands court structure, rights of audience and recovering foreign lawyers' fees

The BVI is a member of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court (ECSC) which is a regional court for several islands in the Eastern Caribbean

Singapore High Court reaffirms role of employment contracts in dismissals

This ruling comes at a time when disciplinary processes are under close scrutiny in regulated industries

Contractors must prepare for South Africa’s Draft Carbon Budget and Mitigation Planning Regulations

The Draft Regulations aim to institutionalise carbon budgeting and mitigation planning for emitters that produce 30,000 tons or more of declared greenhouse gas emissions per year.

UK employers must get ahead of Employment Rights Bill ‘fire and rehire’ changes

“Employers with operations in NI should therefore proceed with a review of their variation clauses on that basis.”

‘Good news’ for pharma companies as UPC provides clarity on imminent infringement

Assessing all the facts, the court therefore concluded that it was more likely than not that the PEP approval means that the generic product could be offered to public hospitals in Portugal without any further administrative steps.

The Jersey Employment and Discrimination Tribunal's new costs regime: Key changes now in force

The amendments under the Order bring the Jersey costs regime closer to the equivalent UK provisions.

Four Carey Olsen partners named among top offshore litigators in Asia

The list identifies exceptional litigation practitioners who have demonstrated outstanding expertise when handling complex cross-border disputes in Asia.

Singaporean employers should have vaping policies in place following crackdown

Vaping was previously treated similarly to tobacco products, with sellers and users only receiving fines.

Pension scheme trustees face ID verification deadline

Trustee directors will need to take steps to verify their identity for Companies House purposes

Neurodiversity mentoring programme launched by Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer in London and Brussels

The new neurodiversity mentoring and Champions programmes are the latest in a series of initiatives launched by HSF Kramer as part of its commitment to support neurodivergent individuals.

Reintroduction of the trainee minimum wage rate in Jersey

These rates will apply to trainees within the first two years of an approved training programme.

Documents and information that can be obtained in respect of a BVI company

They may also be necessary for due diligence purposes of a business interested in making a deal with a BVI company

Your comprehensive guide to appointing an executor

An executor can be a family member or a trusted advisor; even banks and trust companies are possible candidates.

Navigating BVI FSC inspections – guidance and action for BVI licensees

In undertaking these inspections, the FSC will be assessing the implementation and effectiveness of the entity's established control systems through inquiry, demonstrations and sample testing of client files.

OfS shifts registration responsibility to universities in regulation push

The consultation, which closed in April, shared proposals to require eligible franchise providers to register with the OfS to ensure their courses are designated for student finance.

Saudi Arabia strengthens salary laws to offer protection for workers

Companies must submit salary files within 20 days of the due date.

Indemnity Costs and Issue-Based Costs Orders in the Bermuda Court of Appeal

These highly significant costs developments are very likely to have wider implications for the conduct of litigation in the Bermuda courts.

How do cross-border rules shape estate planning in the Crown Dependencies?

Understanding succession laws, domicile and disclosure rules is key to effective cross-border planning using Jersey and Guernsey structures.

Paul Hastings Obtains a Win for Pro Bono Client in Tehum Care Services Bankruptcy

The Paul Hastings team filed an objection to the debtor’s motion seeking to enjoin Clark-E

Renewed interest in Irish UPC referendum welcomed

“Ireland ranked 10th in Europe for unitary patent uptake in 2024, with a 33% uptake rate,” said Hannah McLoughlin, an intellectual property expert with Pinsent Masons in Dublin.

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