Abuse of dominant position in the energy sector – Gazprom case / Antitrust proceedings / Upstream gas supplies in Central and Eastern Europe
Background to the investigation The Gazprom case, registered under No. AT.39816 / Upstream Gas Supplies, is one of the most complex and sensitive cases ever examined by the European Commission under Article 102 TFEU. The investigation illustrates the intersection between competition law and the European Union’s foreign and energy policy, in a context dominated by …
Artificial Intelligence and Data Protection: Call for Firm GDPR Enforcement in the Age of Algorithms
Cristina Savulescu – Cristina Săvulescu – Head of Whistleblowing & GDPR Bradu Neagu & Associates In the context of the exponential development of artificial intelligence (AI), rigorous enforcement of theGeneral Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is becoming more important than ever. The emergence of advanced algorithmic systems – from facial recognition to conversational chatbots – …
Understanding the 2025 Amendment to India’s Intermediaries Rules
By Mr. Rishi Anand (Partner) and Mr. Dhruv Bhatnagar (Principal Associate) Introduction On October 22, 2025, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (“MeitY”) notified the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules, 2025 (“2025 Amendment”), amending Rule 3(1)(d) of the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, …
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Retainer Partnerships: Turning Law Firms into In-House Allies
Modern business operates in an environment of constant legal exposure. Regulatory frameworks evolve rapidly, commercial risks are increasingly complex and decisions often carry legal implications that may not be immediately apparent. Traditionally, companies have turned to external lawyers only when problems arise; an approach that often results in reactive, costly, and fragmented legal advice. But …
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Portugal’s RBI landscape after Golden Visa changes: is real estate still an option?
Portugal has been a steady favourite for people building a base in Europe. Its mix of lifestyle, safety and accessible residency through property investment has attracted families and entrepreneurs for years.
Award Recognition: Adeola Oyinlade & Co ranked Tier 1 firm, retains Nigeria’s number one position in the Lawyers Global 2025 Annual Legal Awards
Adeola Oyinlade & Co is delighted to announce that it has been recognized as a Tier 1 law firm in Nigeria for the 2025 edition of the Lawyers Global 2025 Annual Legal Awards. The law firm retains the number one position as the Nigerian Law Firm of the Year 2025 after ranking first (1st) in the …
A Guide To Enforcing Foreign Arbitral Awards In Nigerian Courts
1.0 INTRODUCTION As international trade and investment expand, disputes arising from cross-border commercial transactions are increasingly being resolved through arbitration rather than litigation. Arbitration offers parties a private, neutral, and often faster forum to resolve disputes.
Algeria’s Mining Reform: Regulatory Shifts Tailored to Economics Specifics
Algeria possesses substantial mineral wealth which, despite its magnitude, has long remained underexplored and underexploited. For decades, the country’s economic model has been predominantly hydrocarbons‑oriented, leaving its significant geological potential largely unexplored.
Labour Court Overturns WRC Decision on Mandatory Retirement of Civilian Garda Driver
The Labour Court recently issued its decision on an appeal of a Workplace Relations Commission (“WRC”) decision which found that Mr Tom Ronan, a civilian garda driver (the “Complainant”), was discriminated against when he was forced to retire at 70. The WRC Adjudicator, Brian Dalton, ordered re-engagement of the Complainant in his role as a …
Supreme Court Recognises Claim For Damages For Emotional Stress Short Of Psychiatric Injury But Not As A ‘Personal Injury’ Claim
The Supreme Court judgement (of O’Donnell CJ, Dunne J, Hogan J, Murray J and Collins J) in Patrick Dillon v. Irish Life Assurance PLC which was handed down on 24th July 2025, considered whether claims for emotional distress as a result of a data breach falls within the definition of ‘personal injury’ under the Personal …