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In light of the ongoing uncertainty over increases in US tariffs, we look at the contractual implications for both suppliers and customers involved in international trade. This briefing discusses who pays, including the impact of Incoterms, and whether parties can avoid their contractual obligations based on force majeure clauses, material adverse change (MAC) clauses or frustration.
How concerned should franchisors be about the recent trend of attempted claims against franchisors over misconduct by their franchisees, and which areas of law pose the greatest risk?
Our regular round-up of recent and forthcoming developments in law and practice for in-house counsel.
For businesses within the scope of the Online Safety Act, achieving compliance and swiftly adapting to extensive new guidance is a significant challenge. The contrasting approaches in Europe to online safety and the tensions with the US over content moderation further complicate the landscape.
Welcome to our series of podcasts focusing on international employment law.
The first ever judgment on the UK Government's application of the National Security and Investment Act 2021 ('NSIA') has been handed down. With a focus on the procedural aspects of the review, the High Court upheld the Government's decision to require LetterOne (ultimately owned by Russian nationals, including individuals subject to UK sanctions) to divest the entirety of its shareholding in Upp, a fibre broadband start-up.
Many businesses may not have heard of the European Accessibility Act ("EAA"). If it has slipped under your radar, now is the time to take note because this legislation has a broad reach across many sectors, significant implications for product and services design (as well as documentation) and a looming compliance deadline. The EAA becomes applicable from 28 June 2025 and aims to ensure that many categories of consumer products and services, particularly digital technologies ranging from payment terminals and smartphones to banking services and online shops, are accessible to all, including people with disabilities.
US PE sponsors, and their portfolio companies, have continued to execute a significant number of UK public takeovers - launching bids for UK companies listed across both the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange and AIM.
Find the latest news, views and our analysis of all the key announcements.
Our round-up of recent and forthcoming developments in UK law and practice for our international stakeholders.
Our regular round-up of recent and forthcoming developments in law and practice for in-house counsel.
Welcome to our latest investigations newsletter, bringing you up-to-speed on the latest trends and developments in this ever-evolving area.
Welcome to the latest edition of our quarterly disputes newsletter, which covers key developments in the dispute resolution world over the last few months.
Despite continued global economic and geopolitical uncertainty, and with the UK general election today, H1 2024 has seen improved levels of public M&A activity in the UK. There was a total of 30 firm offers announced in H1 2024 for UK public companies listed on the Main Market or AIM (25 in H1 2023). A further 10 public companies are currently subject to a 28-day put up or shut up (PUSU) period, and there have been six formal sale processes.
Find the latest news, views and our analysis of all the key announcements.
Welcome to our series of podcasts focusing on international employment law.
Our regular round-up of recent and forthcoming developments in law and practice for in-house counsel.