WFW Hong Kong Named CBLJ Banking & Finance and Shipping ‘Firm of the Year’8 April 2020
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Covid-19 and UK immigration: The implications of the coronavirus pandemic for employers and employees7 April 2020
In light of the coronavirus crisis, the UK Home Office has introduced a series of temporary concessions to protect Tier 2, 4 and 5 sponsors and their affected employees during the pandemic, together with a number of wider concessions that benefit employers.
What are the global hotel brands doing to assist hotel owners following the outbreak of COVID 19?7 April 2020
This short note looks at the steps being taken by global hotel brands to assist owners following the outbreak of COVID 19.
Commercial Disputes Weekly – Issue 227 April 2020
Check out the Supreme Court’s latest judgment on the scope of the Recast Brussels Regulation with this week’s Commercial Disputes Weekly, plus decisions on the doctrine of illegality and a de minimis principle in commercial contracts.
COVID-19 Aviation Restructuring Report6 April 2020
Airlines across the globe are fighting for their survival in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis. In our new report, we examine the challenges to the aviation industry and consider the options available, including repossession, restructuring and State Aid.
Suspension of wrongful trading in light of COVID-196 April 2020
Our authors explore the UK Government’s planned suspension of directors’ personal liability for wrongful trading rules during the COVID-19 pandemic.
UK planning system adjusts to COVID-196 April 2020
This article provides an update on the steps taken so far to address the ongoing planning challenges arising as a result of Covid-19 in the UK.
Coronavirus Act 2020: Implications for Commercial Landlords and Tenants3 April 2020
In this article we examine the moratorium on the forfeiture of commercial leases introduced by the Coronavirus Act 2020, and consider some of the pitfalls, which are likely to delay business issues rather than solving them.
WFW advises Crédit Agricole on Fratelli Neri financing2 April 2020
The new unit will join its fleet of 40+ vessels, including harbour, LNG terminal, oil terminal tugs, salvage, coastal and deep-sea towage tugs.
COVID-19: Issues under Shipping Contracts2 April 2020
In this article, we outline some of the key issues affecting a variety of shipping contracts in light of COVID-19.
COVID-19 – considerations for rolling stock lessors2 April 2020
This article highlights how lessors in the rail industry can be proactive and take precautionary measures to deal with the difficulties brought on by COVID-19.
Construction operations or non-construction operations? That is the question2 April 2020
In this article we discuss a recent decision on payment notices issued in relation to construction contracts which do not distinguish between construction and non-construction operations.
