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How Would a ‘Right to Disconnect’ Clause in the Employment Bill Work?

30th July 2021
As work-life separation becomes ever more blurred, could we see the UK following Europe's example by adopting a legal "right to disconnect"?
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The State of the States’ Consumer Privacy Laws

30th July 2021
Rita Garry examines data privacy laws in the US and how they have developed across multiple jurisdictions.
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Will Companies Be Washed Away by Greenwashing Claims?

30th July 2021
Eco-friendly, sustainable, biodegradable, carbon-free, better for the planet, fair trade: these are claims that are multiplying in the marketing messaging of companies from all industries.
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The Rise Of Climate Litigation: What To Expect Next

29th July 2021
Speaking virtually at the Austrian World Summit 2021, climate activist Greta Thunberg attacked global leaders, accusing them of “role-playing” and failing to take purposeful action as fossil fuel usage continues to climb. As well as the globe’s leaders, big corporations have also come under attack by Thunberg for the detrimental impact their operations have on […]
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Why Can the Ultra-Wealthy Pay So Little Tax?

8th July 2021
Lawyer Monthly takes a look at the US tax code and the tactics billionaires use to legally protect their fortunes.
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Doing Business in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

30th June 2021
Since the early 2000s, the DRC has built upon a slate of legislative reforms to modernise its economy. Liliane Mubanga examines these reforms and they have had on businesses in the nation.
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Oversight of Foreign Investment in South Korea

30th June 2021
Rieu Kim and Hyuk Jun Jung, Partners at Barun Law, discuss the South Korean government’s stance on foreign investment and the key regulations that foreigners must be aware of prior to investing in a Korean company.
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New Brazilian Legislation and What It Means for Insurance and Reinsurance

30th June 2021
Since its enaction in 2019, Law 13874 has had significant consequences for the insurance and reinsurance sectors in Brazil. We hear from Luis Felipe Pellon on the impact of this law and additional legislation relating to public bids.
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The Regulatory Sandbox – a Wake-Up Call for the Legal Industry?

30th June 2021
Stephen Cheeseman, VP of Legal and Compliance at Canada Protection Plan, explores the global surge of interest in the concept of the Regulatory Sandbox and the significant shifts it may prompt in the financial and legal industries.
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US Judge Dismisses Antitrust Lawsuits Against Facebook

29th June 2021
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and a coalition of state attorney generals launched the antitrust lawsuit against Facebook. The case was introduced in December by the US government alongside 48 states. They accused the social media giant of abusing its market power to trump its smaller competitors. However, on Monday in Washington DC, US district […]
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