The Coronavirus and airline liability: what has changed since SARS?
In this article, we consider the similarities to the response to SARS and how the issues in relation to and threats from coronavirus differ from SARS.
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No withdrawal from time charter under BIMCO Non-Payment of Hire Clause for previous unpaid hire instalments
In this article, we discuss the Commercial Court decision in The Caravos Liberty.
Ethical Veganism akin to religion in the UK after landmark ruling
The Employment Tribunal held in Casamitjana Costa v The League Against Cruel Sports that ethical veganism can be a philosophical belief capable of protection under the Equality Act 2010 – what does this mean for employers?
MAIB reports – can they be used in maritime arbitration or court disputes?
In this article we discuss how the English High Court recently clarified how UK Department of Transport Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) reports may be used in maritime disputes.
Thailand: Multimodal transport of goods involving carriage by air or sea
In this article, we consider how the enactment of the Multimodal Transport Act (2005) has impacted air and ocean carriers and freight forwarders, how the law has been applied and interpreted, and what lessons have been learnt.
EU Merger control and airlines: the evolving approach to market definition
This article focuses on the revival of the airport-based market definition approach to assessing airline-airline mergers.
Thai stamp duty goes digital
Thailand applies stamp duty to electronic transactions.
Changes in Jones Act Interpretations Will Affect US Offshore Sector
On December 19, 2019, The US CBP announced a change in its interpretation of Section 27, which in general leaves room for expansion of the universe of items that non-US-flagged vessels may deliver to US offshore installations.
“Hidden” Reasons for Dismissal
What was the “principle reason” for the dismissal: the reason in the mind of the decision maker or the “hidden reason” in the mind of the manager?
Celebrating Two Diversity and Inclusion Firsts
We were proud to mark the first anniversary of both our LGBT Affinity Group and our mental health allies in October. Both demonstrate the commitment from our firm and our people to creating a more inclusive working environment…
