The CJEU Rules on the Obligation of Traders when Online Contracts are concluded
Introduction On the 30th of May 2024, the Court of Justice of the European Union (the “CJEU”) laid down its preliminary ruling in the case of VT and UR v Conny GmbH[1],
FATF Guidance on Beneficial Ownership of Trusts and other similar legal arrangements: Essential reading for legal, financial, and compliance professionals
In March 2024, the The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) released risk-based guidance to support the implementation of Recommendation 25 on Beneficial Ownership and Transparency of Legal Arrangements.
Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD): A New Era
An Overview In this era of globalisation, where corporate sustainability is a common concern, the European Council approved the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).
The EU’s Comprehensive Anti-Money Laundering Framework: An In-Depth Analysis
Curious about how we can protect our financial system from illicit activities? The European Union has stepped up to the challenge with a robust and comprehensive anti-money laundering (AML) framework.
EEC Visa: A New Tool for Thailand’s Economic Transformation
On May 14, 2024, the Thai Cabinet approved the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) Visa as a new long-term visa option for professionals, but with a narrow focus.
Consumer Protection: Laws and Regulations Governing Product Recall
This legal summary provides an overview of the laws and regulations governing product recalls in Thailand under the Consumer Protection Act, B.E. 2522 (1979).
Recent Strides in Curative Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court
INTRODUCTION The curative jurisdiction conferred upon the Supreme Court by Article 142 of the Constitution of India empowers the Apex Court to pass such decree or make such order as is necessary for doing complete justice which comes as an extraordinary legal recourse to the litigants.
Gratuity-(End) of Service Benefits Globally and in India
During colonial rule in India, there was no law regulating gratuity. Employers offered gratuity as a gesture of appreciation upon an employee’s completion of active service.
ARE ADVOCATES LIABLE FOR ‘DEFICIENCY IN SERVICE’ UNDER THE CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT?
INTRODUCTION Recently, the Hon’ble Supreme Court in a batch of civil appeals, one of them titled “Bar of Indian Lawyers v. D.K. Gandhi” 2024 SCC OnLine SC 928 examined a very crucial and important question of law that “whether proceedings alleging “deficiency in service” against Advocates under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986 (‘Act’) would be …
Cybersquatting
Introduction: With the advancement of technology, today almost all business entities have an online presence.