ArticlePart 4: The Idea Of Emerging ValidityThe New Zealand Supreme Court in Clayton speculated that an illusory trust may become a valid trust when the settlor's role in relation to the trust changes. BermudaCorporate/Commercial LawKennedys Law LLP
ArticleNew Insurer Class To Assist Further Development Of Bermuda's Insurance-Linked Securities IndustryDespite competition from other jurisdictions, Bermuda continues to be the domicile of choice for alternative capital capacity, with more than half of the share of the global alternative capital market. BermudaInsuranceKennedys Law LLP
ArticleUpdate Regarding The Law Of Injunctions In BermudaOn 25 February 2026, Mr. Justice Andrew Martin of the Supreme Court of Bermuda issued an interlocutory ruling in the matter of Moulder v. Cox Hallett Wilkinson et al. [2026] SC (Bda) 21 Civ (25 February 2026). BermudaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationKennedys Law LLP
ArticleCredit Where Its Due: Bermuda's Tax Reform UnpackedOn 4 September 2025 the Ministry of Finance released a public consultation on tax credits (Tax Credits PC).BermudaTaxKennedys Law LLP
ArticleJoining a medical practice as an ownerIt is important when joining a medical practice to properly understand the different business structures.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawKennedys
ArticleAustralian Securities And Investments Commission v FIIG Securities Limited: Civil Penalties For Financial Service Licence Holder With Inadequate CybersecurityIn the first decision of its kind in Australia, the Federal Court of Australia has awarded a civil penalty of A$ 2.5m (US$ 1.77m) and costs of A$ 500k (US$ 350k) against an Australian financial services licence holder due to serious and sustained cybersecurity failings. AustraliaTechnologyKennedys
ArticleUpdate On Adjustments To The Bermuda Solvency Capital RequirementOn 31 July 2018, the Bermuda Monetary Authority published revised Bermuda Solvency Capital Requirement (BSCR) models and rules for commercial insurers.BermudaInsuranceKennedys Law LLP
ArticleBermuda Streamlines Its Beneficial Ownership RegimeAs part of ensuring compliance with the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) standards on beneficial ownership and transparency, Bermuda has streamlined its beneficial ownership regime.BermudaCorporate/Commercial LawKennedys Law LLP
ArticleClarification Of Test For Obtaining Documents From Non-parties For Use In Bermuda LitigationThere are limited options available to litigants who wish to obtain documents from non-parties for the purposes of Bermuda civil litigation.BermudaCorporate/Commercial LawKennedys Law LLP
ArticleMoulin Global Eyecare: Duty Of Non-Executive Directors In Response To Red FlagsA recent decision of the Hong Kong High Court, Moulin Global is a rare example of a director of a Bermuda company being held liable to the company for breach of duty.BermudaCorporate/Commercial LawKennedys Law LLP
ArticleBermuda Prepares For 5th Round Mutual EvaluationThe Bermuda National Anti-Money Laundering Committee (NAMLC) recently published a draft Proceeds of Crime Miscellaneous Act 2025 (Bill) for consultation in preparation for Bermuda's 5th Round Mutual Evaluation...BermudaGovernment, Public SectorKennedys Law LLP
ArticleFilling The Coverage Gap – Emerging Risks And Innovation In BermudaRecent insurer registrations reported by the Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA) show that Bermuda continues to deliver on its established reputation for finding innovative solutions for...BermudaTechnologyKennedys Law LLP
ArticleSupreme Court Of Bermuda Applies Pro-Enforcement Approach In Enforcing Foreign Arbitration AwardThe enforcing party (CAT) argued that, having taken this approach, Priosma had forfeited its right to reargue the point before the Bermuda Court.BermudaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationKennedys Law LLP
ArticleOld Deeds And Oil And Gas Rights In PennsylvaniaToday the Pa Superior Court issued a published decision in which the Court went into a detailed analyses of coal, oil and gas rights in Pennsylvania.United StatesLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationFox Rothschild LLP
ArticleNeurodiversity In The WorkplaceThere is growing awareness and discussion of the incidence of neurodiversity in the community and the impact in the workplace, and significant legal issues can arise.AustraliaEmployment and HRKennedys
ArticleMedicare Servicing: Why You Need To Bill CorrectlyMedicare item numbers correctly can be extremely costly and sometimes impact a practitioner's ability to practise going forward.AustraliaFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesKennedys
ArticleSafer Care Victoria Releases The Respectful Maternity And Newborn Care FrameworkIn recent years, there has been an increase in freebirths in Victoria. A woman’s decision to freebirth may be influenced by a range of factors, including concerns of unnecessary intervention and an increased risk of birth trauma within the hospital system.AustraliaFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesKennedys
ArticleA Caution For Medical ExpertsThe recent NSW case of Busa1 emphasises the key role of medical experts in helping Courts to reach fair and evidence-based decisions.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationKennedys
ArticleAustralia's Social Media Ban For Under 16s (APAC)The Act requires providers of those social media platforms to take reasonable steps to prevent users under 16 years of age from obtaining or maintaining accounts with the platform. AustraliaMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentKennedys