White & Case launches disputes practice in Tokyo
The international law firm White & Case LLP has enhanced its global disputes practice by adding Shinsuke Yakura as a partner in its Tokyo office. White & Case partner Abby Cohen Smutny, Co-Head of the International Arbitration Practice said “Our global disputes practices have long focused on Japan as an important market for clients with […]
DLA Piper advises GigCapital7 in US$200 million IPO
GigCapital7 IPO – DLA Advise DLA Piper recently provided legal counsel to GigCapital7, a blank check company incorporated in the Cayman Islands, during the successful completion of its initial public offering, which raised US$200 million by issuing 20 million units priced at US$10 each. These units are set to be listed on NASDAQ and will […]
Enforceability of Non-Compete Agreements Remains Status Quo, For Now
In January 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposed a sweeping rule that would effectively ban the use of non-compete agreements across the United States, subject to a few very limited exceptions. Non-compete clauses, which prevent employees from working for competitors or starting similar businesses within a certain timeframe after leaving a company, have been […]
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Equal Pay Claim For Same Job
Equal Pay Claim For Same Job – Is it illegal in the UK? This week more than 3,500 current and former workers at leading high street retailer Next have won the final stage of a six-year legal battle for equal pay. Next could now face costs in excess of £30m+ with thousands of pounds payable […]
8 Legal Tech Trends Transforming Practice in 2024
Thanks to rapid advances in technology, the entire scenario within the legal landscape is changing fast. Fast forward to 2024, and legal tech integration would be the lifeblood of any law firm or legal department if it wishes to stay within the competitive fray. Innovations such as AI-driven tools for research to blockchain-enabled contracts are […]
What is the new EU visa waiver scheme and how does it work?
What is the new EU visa waiver scheme and how does it work? The European Union is set to implement a €7 (£6) visa waiver for certain non-EU nationals, including British citizens, by the summer of 2025. According to the forthcoming regulations, travelers from designated non-EU nations, the UK included, will be required to obtain […]
New ABA Rules for Law Schools Spark Controversy
On August 16, 2024, the Council of the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar has proposed a series of changes to clarify law schools’ obligations by refining the standards for student learning outcomes. These proposed revisions have sparked debate among legal educators and law schools across the country. […]
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Louisiana Supreme Court Candidates Disqualified by the Courts
Two candidates for the one open seat on the Louisiana Supreme Court were disqualified by the courts in the last few weeks. Elisa Knowles Collins filed a petition in the 19th Judicial District Court for the Parish of East Baton Rouge objecting to the candidacy of Judge Marcus Hunter and Leslie Chambers. The trial court […]
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Social Media and the Legal System: A Double-Edged Sword
Social Media and the Legal System: A Double-Edged Sword In the digital age, social media has become an omnipresent force, influencing nearly every aspect of daily life, including the legal system. Platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok offer a public forum for discussion, information dissemination, and even evidence gathering. However, the intersection of social […]
Christopher Morvillo – Confirmed Dead
Christopher Morvillo – Confirmed Dead – The Italian coastguard has confirmed the identification of five individuals whose bodies were recovered following the sinking of a superyacht. Among the deceased is British technology entrepreneur Mike Lynch. Additionally, the identities of Jonathan Bloomer, his spouse Judith Bloomer, attorney Christopher Morvillo, and his wife Neda Morvillo have also been […]
CA Supreme Court Clarifies the Definition of Harassment – A Single Instance is Enough!
On July 29, the California Supreme Court issued a decision in Bailey v. San Francisco District Attorney’s Office which brought clarity to the definition of workplace harassment and employer liability under the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Case Background Twanda Bailey, an African American investigator at the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office, alleged that […]
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DRAMATIC SEARCH – Who is Chris Morvillo? A lawyer from Clifford Chance is currently unaccounted for following the sinking of the Bayesian yacht off the coast of Sicily.
New York based Clifford Chance Partner Christopher J Morvillo is one of the few individuals reported missing following the sinking of a luxury yacht during a storm near Sicily. The vessel, known as the Bayesian, was carrying a total of 22 individuals, comprising 12 passengers and 10 crew members at the time of the incident. […]