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In July 2026, the Cyprus Business Development Organisation Law 2026 (Law 124(I)/2026) was enacted, providing for the establishment and operation of the Cyprus Business Development Organisation (the “Organisation”).

Navigating M&A negotiations requires more than just legal expertise—it demands strategic foresight and an understanding of how transaction terms interconnect. This article explores the critical stages where deals often falter, from the initial term sheet to final documentation, and reveals how parties can avoid common pitfalls that derail negotiations and erode trust between buyers and sellers.

Die EU-Verpackungsverordnung (PPWR) entfaltet seit August 2026 unmittelbare Rechtswirkungen in allen EU-Mitgliedstaaten. Die Europäische Kommission hat mit ihrer zweiten FAQ-Auflage wichtige Klarstellungen zur Rollenzuordnung, Erzeugerverantwortung bei Eigenmarken und Transportverpackungen sowie zum behördlichen Vollzug geliefert. Unternehmen müssen ihre Position in der Wertschöpfungskette präzise bestimmen und die damit verbundenen Compliance-Pflichten erfüllen.

The now-withdrawn proposal to sell 20% of the World Cup’s commercial rights to private investors has reopened a structural question: can a single body be both the governing body and the organizer of the competition?

A Belgian court has ruled that arbitration clauses in international franchise agreements can override local franchisee protections, even when disputes involve Belgium's Pre-Contractual Information Act. This landmark decision extends earlier Supreme Court precedent and fundamentally shifts how protective legislation interacts with contractual dispute resolution mechanisms in cross-border franchise relationships.

Internal investigations are a key part of companies’ risk management, compliance activities, and responsible leadership. When suspicions of misconduct, harassment, or non-compliance arise within an organisation, an internal investigation is often essential.