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Maritime Law & Injury: The Basics & How It Differs to Accidents on Land

1st March 2019
Once an injury occurs on navigable waters the law to be applied is not Land-Based Law, but Federal Maritime Law. The significance of this is important for all practitioners who may represent individuals injured on navigable waters, whether they are on a pleasure boat, on a cruise vessel, someone who is a seaman, or a […]
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The Rise of Copyright Infringement for Photographers

1st March 2019
Higbee & Associates has extensive experience solving other types of large scale legal problems for clients in the past, and they are now using their expertise to help photographers defend themselves against copyright infringements. The internet has created a boon for the demand for photos. Ironically, many photographers and photo agencies are struggling to survive. […]
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Commercial Trends Affecting Businesses in 2019

1st March 2019
Our cover story this month touches on six trends which have somewhat impacted businesses in the US; we speak with Angelo L Rosa, who discusses how the changes in the environment have affected this trend, as well as his role as a commercial attorney. Green Technology With experience advising clients in the recycling and green […]
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How Do You Know It Is Time to Sell Your Business?

1st March 2019
How do you know the buyer will do justice to the hard work you have put in, and how do you know the offer on the table is on to accept? Stephan reveals more. What are the first things one ought to consider when considering selling their company or business? Are you prepared? Business owners […]
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Combined Nomenclature & the Contradictions in the EU Regulations

1st March 2019
Svetlomira Zhelyazkova touches on her knowledge of customs law, and the changes she has witnessed in recent years. I’ve worked within Customs Law for nearly two decades and during this time, I’ve witnessed a number of regulatory changes aimed at creating uniform policies and processes across all member states of the European Union. Customs Law […]
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Doing Business in Cyprus: Is It Time to Invest?

1st March 2019
This month, we speak with Angelo Aristodimou who discusses how Cyprus is a financial centre for business and the tax regulations involved, which makes it an appealing jurisdiction for international companies.  How is Cyprus a reputable financial centre for international businesses? Cyprus is a long established reputable international financial centre, it has continued to expand […]
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Shipping off Elsewhere…What to Consider When Restructuring Shipping Companies

1st March 2019
When restructuring shipping companies, what unique aspects must you consider, in comparison to companies situated in one jurisdiction? The shipping industry has seen unprecedented levels of distress in the years since the financial crisis and there has been a significant amount of restructuring since.  The market participants have had to adapt to these changes; these […]
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Can You Have a Career in Law without Going to University?

1st March 2019
Michael Shapiro had never really thought about becoming a lawyer. He left school with only one O-level and decided to find work instead of academically progressing. When he was first hired as an office junior at GSC Solicitors in 1988, he had little idea of what career he wanted. 30 years later, Michael is now […]
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How Important Is It to Hire an Aggressive Lawyer?

1st March 2019
Using Love, Forgiveness & Integrity During Divorce Timothy Ash started his law practice in 1994 as a sole practitioner. After gaining valuable experience clerking for several Circuit Court Judges, Tim developed fierce trial and litigation skills during his clerkships having sat next to the judges and observing the judges preside over 100s of trials, motions, […]
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No Deal Brexit: What Will Happen to Your Business?

4th February 2019
And even though the Parliament rejected a no deal Brexit, it is not technically legally binding[1]; with Theresa May is keeping us all on our toes, businesses are yet to know what they should be preparing for. In 2017, it was reported that a total of 52,741 laws have been introduced in the UK as […]
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