Apache Wins Oil Lease Battle, Secures $4.8M in Legal Fees
Apache Wins Oil Lease Battle, Secures $4.8M in Legal Fees. Texas Appeals Court Upholds Apache Corp.’s Win in Oil & Gas Lease Dispute. The Texas Court of Appeals Eleventh District has upheld a trial court ruling in favor of Apache Corp. in a long-running oil and gas lease dispute. The decision affirms a $4.8 million […]
Business licences in Dubai: a comprehensive guide to your options
Setting up a company in Dubai requires a detailed understanding of the legal framework and the business licences that regulate economic activity in this dynamic emirate. Choosing the right licence not only ensures regulatory compliance, but also influences the operational structure, the possibilities for expansion and the perception of the business by customers and investors, specialised law […]
HMRC and small business tax evasion
HMRC and small business tax evasion Niall Hearty of Rahman Ravelli considers HM Revenue and Customs’ big problem with small businesses When it comes to tax evasion, the media focuses on the big numbers and the biggest names. Cases involving the largest companies, allegations of colossal amounts not being paid and the most sizeable penalties […]
Navigating Product Liability in France: Essential Insights for Manufacturers
Navigating Product Liability in France: Essential Insights for Manufacturers In an increasingly interconnected world, understanding product liability laws is crucial for manufacturers operating in multiple jurisdictions. This article features insights from Sylvie Gallage-Alwis, a leading expert in products litigation, who sheds light on the current landscape of product liability in France. It highlights key legal […]
The Role of Auditors in Mitigating Corporate Risks in Shareholder Derivative Litigation
Auditors play a key role in corporate governance, especially shareholder derivative litigation. Their role in derivative litigation is critical in identifying corporate risks and transparency in financial reporting. If you’re interested in the intersection of auditing and legal accountability, you need to understand this role. Having diligent auditors can impact the outcome of shareholder lawsuits. […]
Top Law Firms Lead $14.5 Billion Nord Anglia Education Takeover, Transforming Global Private Equity
Top Law Firms Lead $14.5 Billion Nord Anglia Education Takeover, Transforming Global Private Equity A consortium led by Swedish investment firm EQT, Neuberger Berman Private Markets, and the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments) has engaged several top-tier law firms to guide the $14.5 billion acquisition of Nord Anglia Education, a global network of […]
Greenberg Traurig Counsels Volkswagen Leasing on Major $200 Million Note Issuance in Mexico
Greenberg Traurig Counsels Volkswagen Leasing on Major $200 Million Note Issuance in Mexico In a landmark move for automotive financing, the Mexico City office of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, has served as external legal advisors to Volkswagen Leasing (VWL) during a significant two-tranche issuance of notes totaling $200 million. This notable transaction, which […]
Jenner & Block Bolsters Bankruptcy Practice with Mayer Brown Partners Doug Spelfogel and Derek Wright
Jenner & Block Bolsters Bankruptcy Practice with Mayer Brown Partners Doug Spelfogel and Derek Wright. Jenner & Block, a leading law firm based in Chicago, has bolstered its bankruptcy and restructuring practice with the addition of two prominent partners from Mayer Brown: Doug Spelfogel and Derek Wright. Doug Spelfogel, who previously co-led Mayer Brown’s restructuring […]
Resolving Business Disputes through Litigation in Miami: Strategies and Procedures
Business disputes are part of operating in a competitive city like Miami. When disagreements arise over contracts, partnerships, or intellectual property, some can be resolved through negotiation or mediation. However, when these efforts fail, litigation becomes the most viable option to resolve disputes. Here are a few notes on resolving business disputes through litigation. The […]
Clifford Chance advises on Meituan’s US$2.5 billion bond issuance
Clifford Chance advises on Meituan’s US$2.5 billion bond issuance. Global law firm Clifford Chance has advised the Joint Global Coordinators, Joint Lead Managers and Joint Bookrunners of Meituan’s two-tranche US$2.5 billion bond issuance. Joint Global Coordinators, Joint Lead Managers and Joint Bookrunners: Goldman Sachs (Asia) L.L.C., Merrill Lynch (Asia Pacific) Limited, Morgan Stanley & Co. […]
Judge orders Google to open up app store to competition
Judge orders Google to open up app store to competition. Judge’s order A U.S. judge issued a ruling on Monday requiring Alphabet’s Google to revamp its mobile application business, thereby providing Android users with increased options for downloading applications and processing transactions within those applications. This decision follows a jury verdict from the previous year […]
Understanding Litigation Financing Figures
Source: Pexels Litigation financing, also known as legal funding, is a method of funding a lawsuit or legal dispute using resources from a third-party financial backer. If you’re running a business that has suffered losses but you have a tight budget, litigation financing may be something you want to look into as it can allow […]