Aviation Law Essentials for Jet Owners
How Registration Jurisdiction Impacts Tax, Liability & Global Access Owning a private jet symbolizes ultimate freedom, speed, and convenience. But behind the polished veneer lies a complex legal and regulatory landscape that demands thoughtful navigation. One of the most critical and potentially expensive decisions, an owner can make involves selecting the right registration jurisdiction.
Medical Negligence And It’s Liabilities Under UAE Law
Medical practitioners form one of the most important professions in the world. The significance of this profession results in a high number of responsibilities on individuals in the medical field. The UAE Government has enacted various legislations to regulate medical practice. Federal Decree Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability (“Law”) is one of …
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Sanctions Compliance in Ukraine: Strategy for International Firms
In 2021, an Information Security Strategy was introduced in Ukraine, endorsed by the Presidential Decree No. 685/2021, and the Center for Countering Disinformation was established under the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine (NSDC).
How Foreign Law Firms Can Navigate Disputes in Ukraine: Jurisdiction, Strategy and Enforcement
Following the Russian full-scale invasion in 2022, Ukraine remains a vital forum for international legal work. Foreign companies continue to invest across a broad range of sectors in Ukraine, driven by evolving economic conditions, state priorities, and global trends in infrastructure, defence, finance, and IT.
Co-ownership of Intellectual Property-what Can Go Wrong?
When two or more parties collaborate on a creative or innovative project, establishing clear ownership arrangements of the resulting intellectual property (IP) is crucial. Given that IP rights often represent the most valuable asset generated from such collaborations, how these rights are negotiated can significantly impact the project’s success and its future opportunities for licensing, …
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When Family Trust Meets Legal Reality
The perils of undocumented property arrangements: How two landmark 2025 cases reveal the dangerous gap between family expectations and legal protection
Updated Cyprus Tax Overview: Emphasis on Substance, Anti-Avoidance, and Withholding Tax Measures
Introduction Cyprus has steadily strengthened its tax framework in line with evolving international standards on transparency, substance, and anti-avoidance. Through a series of legislative and policy reforms, the country has signaled its clear commitment to responsible tax practices and global cooperation. An integral part of this evolution is the introduction and recent expansion of withholding …
Update 2025 – The Cyprus National Solidarity Fund replenishment scheme
The House of Representatives unanimously approved the budget of the National Solidarity Fund for the year 2025. The amount will be used for the implementation of the Partial Replenishment Plan, which concerns persons affected by the resolution measures implemented in the two systemic banking institutions in 2013.
Deadly Descent: Legal Ramifications of the Air India Flight 171 Disaster
A tragic incident recently occurred where an Air India Flight 171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, after just taking off from Ahmedabad got crashed within a few minutes. In accordance with the Data from the Airport Authority, the last recorded altitude of the plane was at 625 feet off the ground, just immediately after takeoff. It …
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Crackdown by Bahamian Government on property tax arrears
By: Jana Ward, Real Estate Associate, Lennox Paton Publication Date: June 2025 Property Owners no longer have the luxury of neglecting to pay their real property taxes for years on end. In an effort to collect more tax revenue and to deter property owners from accumulating significant tax arrears, the Department of Inland Revenue (“DIR”) …
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