Hong Kong Court of Appeal confirms that “standby time” is not a “rest day” under Hong Kong law
In a recent decision of the Hong Kong Court of Appeal in Breton Jean v. 香港麗翔公務航空有限公司[1], the Court of Appeal upheld the decision of the District Court in its findings pertaining to what constitutes a “rest day” for employees.
LAW GOVERNING VIRTUAL DIGITAL ASSETS – INDIA GUIDE, 2022
The popularity of digital currency and virtual digital assets are on the rise in India. As per the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development’s report in 2022, India ranked 7th on the list of countries ranked as per digital currency adoption with 7.3% of India’s population owning digital currency in 2021. However, the regulations …
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INDIAN GREEN BOND MARKET: A STEP TOWARDS “GREEN FINANCING”IN A GROWING TAXONOMY
Over the last few years, the Indian Government has been taking measures towards environmental sustainability along with economic growth. As enumerated in Article 48-A of the Indian Constitution, preservation of the environment is enshrined in the Indian Constitution itself. The Finance Minister while tabling the Union Budget 2023-24 specified green growth as one of the …
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How to conclude a share association agreement in the Information Technology (IT) field in Romania?
A joint venture agreement is a contract whereby a person provides, to one or more persons, a share in the benefits and losses of one or more operations that he or she undertakes. In other words, the joint venture agreement is usually concluded between practitioners in Romania, being a form of association between two or …
How can a Ukrainian or Foreign citizen be tax registered in Romania?
Tax registration in Romania is an essential requirement for individuals who owe taxes in Romania, whether it is a Romanian or foreign citizen with operations in Romania. According to the Tax Procedure Code, the tax registration in Romania is based on a tax registration number (TRN) in Romania, representing a numerical code that attests that …
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Overview of the Insurance Disputes in the UAE
Insurance disputes in the UAE are an increasingly common occurrence. As the number of insurance policies and claims has increased over the years, so too has the number of disputes. In this article, we will look at the causes of insurance disputes in the UAE, the legal framework governing such disputes, and the steps that …
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5 Steps for Due Diligence M&A in Romania
Due to the complex nature of mergers & acquisitions, the due diligence process could take between several weeks to several months.
The UAE’s collaborative approach to combat cybercrime: A closer look at the proactive strategy
The UAE Cyber Security Council, formed in November 2020, is responsible for developing and overseeing a cyber security strategy that promotes a secure and resilient cyber infrastructure in the United Arab Emirates.
Delhi High Court Clarifies Nature Of Amendments Possible Under Section 59
If an Applicant were to nationalize a PCT application into India bearing claims all of which were supposedly directed to non-patentable subject matter, the Applicant was customarily caught between the hammer and the anvil. The ‘hammer’ being the provisions of Section 138(4) which obligated the Applicant to enter India with all the claims as pending …
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INTERIM MEASURES – EX PARTE APPLICATIONS: FRIEND OR FOE?
Typically, Parties undergoing disputes submit Ex Parte applications if they anticipate that giving notice could defeat the purpose of the application (for example, freezing injunctions or search orders). While Ex Parte applications are accepted by most Courts, its still fairly untrod territory during Arbitration/s.