How to set up a GmbH in Germany (fast)
Senior Associate Muteber Yalcin guides you through all material administrative steps required under German law when setting up a company in Germany.
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Collapse-Risk Buildings Present Liability Challenges
In an article for Law360, we explore who may be liable for any necessary remediation costs, finding that while several actors could, in theory, be held responsible, viable legal claims may be challenging.
SEC shortens filing deadlines for Schedules 13D & 13G and offers guidance
This article looks at the Securities and Exchange Commission’s proposed changes to the rules governing beneficial ownership reporting under Section 13(d) and 13(g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Pitfalls in Relying on Bills of Lading
The article examines the robustness of bills of lading as security in the hands of a bank and the circumstances that may preclude the bank from recovering its losses or claiming against the carrier. It also considers the implications of using electronic bills of lading.
Stock Exchange Calls For Adequate Disclosure On Basis Of Transaction Consideration
Our latest article looks at the new guidance letter issued by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on transaction consideration disclosure.
Snacks: Digestible Weekly Labour News – Issue 132
Read the 132nd edition of our weekly update on Italian labour law.
Background to the Energy Act 2023: REMA – Revolution, not evolution
Last summer, the UK government launched its Review of Electricity Market Arrangements. With another consultation expected imminently, now is the time to reflect on why change is needed.
Snacks: Digestible Weekly Labour News – Issue 131
Read the 131st edition of our weekly update on Italian labour law.
US Sanctions on Venezuela Substantially Eased
On October 18, 2023, the US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued General License 44 broadly permitting US and non-US persons to deal with Venezuelan crude and gas. Under the license, US and non-US persons generally can transport Venezuelan crude and gas until April 18, 2024.
Energy Act 2023 – a decade in the making
The new UK Energy Act 2023 gained royal assent on 26 October 2023. In this first of a series of articles, we explore the changes it has introduced.
