Many patent practitioners have experienced the benefits of examiner interviews in achieving compact patent prosecution.

Yesterday, Senator Bernie Sanders and Senator Angus King introduced the End Prescription Drug Ads Now Act, legislation that would ban all direct-to-consumer prescription drug advertising.

A couple of weeks ago we reported to you about rumors then circulating that the Congressional Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction ("Super Committee") might recommend reducing the estate and gift tax exemption to $1,000,000 as early as November 23, 2011.

This webinar seeks to trace the major and recent developments on arbitration in Ghana since the passage of Act 798. It shall highlight the significant progress in arbitration practice in Ghana.

ASIC transaction reporting requires entities to submit an expanded set of data fields, including Item 49: Price Unit of Measure. This field specifies what unit a reported price refers to, drawn from ISO 20022 standardised codes, and must align with quantity measures to ensure internal consistency. Understanding when to populate this field and selecting the correct unit code are critical to avoiding common reporting errors.

Learn more about how public or bank holidays may affect your reporting requirements.

EMIR reporting has transitioned to XML file structures with embedded XSD schema validation, introducing new complexity and potential error points. Understanding the nine most common XML validation errors—from incorrect element ordering to pattern constraint violations—is essential for maintaining smooth regulatory reporting processes and avoiding submission rejections.

European defence spending is surging toward unprecedented levels, with NATO members targeting 5% of GDP by 2035.

As the winter months roll in across Alberta, drivers face the challenges of icy roads, snowstorms, and reduced visibility.

The discussions surrounding the phenomenon of constitutional damages has been gaining momentum in the past few years. Interestingly, this remedy is not a very new one in our law

Of the one million people in the U.S. living with Parkinson's disease (PD), more than 300,000 are hospitalized each year.

Sponsors are targeting exits and exploring high-growth sectors like quantum computing, data centres, fintech and sports franchises to capture innovation-driven deal flow.

As we move into the Q2 of 2025, crypto hedge funds are poised at a crucial inflection point. Confidence in the digital asset space continues to rebound, driven by regulatory progress...

Recent developments in the aviation financing market are driving a noticeable shift in how transactions are being structured.

What’s driving progress now is disciplined institutional activity and products that integrate seamlessly with existing financial architecture.

A legal dispute has erupted in Indonesia over the viral hit "Aku Dah Lupa," with PT Agung Pratama Wibawa suing PT Sony Music Entertainment Indonesia and producer F4dli over alleged unauthorized commercial use of the sound recording. The case centers on competing claims of ownership and proper rights assignment as the TikTok sensation transitioned from independent release to major label distribution, raising critical questions about copyright protection in the digital streaming era.

In this episode, our Luxembourg partner Baptiste Aubry welcomes London-based fintech partner Ben Regnard-Weinrabe. Fresh from the Fintech Horizons Summit...

A newly filed proposed class action in the Northern District of California could serve as an early test case on how child labor and wage laws apply to digital platforms.

New York City's newly enacted pied-a-terre tax targets high-value properties not used as primary residences, aiming to generate approximately $500 million in additional revenue. The tax's troubled rollout has created significant complications for property owners, particularly those holding real estate through trusts and LLCs, while raising constitutional questions that may signal a broader national trend in luxury property taxation.

Nikki Dobay and Glenn Newman explore New York City's controversial pied-à-terre tax, examining its rushed implementation, administrative challenges, and potential constitutional vulnerabilities. The discussion reveals how this new surcharge on high-value non-primary residences may face legal challenges while setting a precedent for similar taxes nationwide.