Mediation in the UAE
The UAE has undergone a significant transformation in its approach to dispute resolution, with a growing emphasis on alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. Mediation is not yet as widespread in the UAE as in many other jurisdictions, but its use is on the rise. This article explores the role of mediation in the UAE, recent legislative …
Tech Law Trends in 2025: AI and Tech Regulation (Again)
In so many ways, we’re living through a time when what seemed far-fetched until recently is now commonplace.
Tech Law Trends in 2025: AI and Tech Regulation (Again)
In so many ways, we’re living through a time when what seemed far-fetched until recently is now commonplace. Whether devising contractual models to underpin new business patterns or aligning the legal and regulatory issues that arise when an entirely new range of services comes to market, Tech lawyers’ creativity will have a big part to …
Continue reading “Tech Law Trends in 2025: AI and Tech Regulation (Again)”
Restricting the advance payment to the real estate developers in Romania – Maximum 10% – Draft Law
In 2024, more and more real estate developers in Romania are building properties, making the real estate market in Romania continuously expand.
Application of the look-through approach concept in Poland – new tax rulings and interpretations
Practical comments on beneficial owner, treaty shopping, beneficial owner clauses for dividends, beneficial owner clauses for interest, substitute companies and abusive clauses, the status of a beneficial owner in various types of intermediary centres between service orderers and service providers, withholding tax on interest paid within the cash pooling structure.
Ferrari Law: The Grounds for Termination of Distribution Agreements and the Method for Calculating Compensation Owed to the Dealer
This article aims to analyze the grounds for terminating automotive vehicle distribution agreements, the right to compensation for each type of termination,
Goalposts Shift in Compliance: Nigeria’s BAT Fine and CAF’s Regulatory Penalty Redefine Africa’s Competition Law Scene
Setting the New Benchmark in Africa Africa’s approach to enforcing competition law is experiencing a transformative shift, highlighted by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) of Nigeria’s landmark USD 110 million fine on British American Tobacco Nigeria Limited and affiliated companies (BAT). This penalty is not just a substantial financial imposition; it also …
From Bytes to Heirs: Digital Estate Planning in Wealth Management
Introduction The wealth management landscape keeps evolving because of the growth of technology and digitalization. Assets are no longer confined to traditional forms such as monies in accounts, shares, real property, tangible assets like jewellery. Interestingly, they now encompass digital assets[1], such as personalized online platforms accounts e.g. X account, all contributing to an individual’s …
Continue reading “From Bytes to Heirs: Digital Estate Planning in Wealth Management”
Hired, Fired, and Outsourced: Nigeria’s Employment Maze
Introduction The impact of globalization and trade liberalization on Nigeria’s employment practices cannot be overstated. With the drive for increased profitability and competitiveness, a significant shift is occurring as businesses increasingly turn to labour outsourcing. This model, facilitated by specialized third-party labour contractors,1 is reshaping traditional employment dynamics.2 At the heart of these changes are …
Continue reading “Hired, Fired, and Outsourced: Nigeria’s Employment Maze”
Value Added Tax and Digital Services in Nigeria
Introduction Value Added Tax (VAT) is an indirect tax imposed on the supply of goods and services. Historically, this supply of goods and services involved physical exchanges in specific locations known as markets, where the identities of the transaction parties were also disclosed.