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Important changes to employer superannuation guarantee obligations and salary sacrifice arrangements by Rigby Cooke Lawyers

06 June 2020
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has recently released a Guidance Note (GN 2020/1) which contains information for employers, payroll software providers and intermediaries who may need to change the way they calculate their superannuation guarantee obligations. Learn more from LAW member Rigby Cooke Lawyers in Melbourne, Australia by clicking here. Read More

COVID-19: Focus on Market Abuse During the COVID-19 Pandemic by Wildgen S.A.

06 June 2020
Hear from our LAW member in Luxembourg, Wildgen S.A., on market abuse during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Click here for the video. Read More

CECRA Commercial Rent Relief Program by McKercher LLP

06 June 2020
The unprecedented measures taken to address the COVID-19 pandemic have had a profound impact on small businesses in Saskatchewan, with numerous small businesses having had their operations shut down by health orders implemented to prevent the spread of the virus.  This has created significant challenges for many struggling small businesses that have continued to accumulate […] Read More

ESCHE Schümann Commichau advises the Georg Kofler Group on the sale of Leifeld Metal Spinning AG to Nihon Spindle

05 June 2020
Gruppe Georg Kofler sold all shares in Leifeld Metal Spinning AG, the world market leader in spinning and flow-forming machines, to Nihon Spindle Manufacturing Co. Ltd., a subsidiary of Sumitomo Heavy Industries. A team led by M&A partner Dr. Stephan Bauer advised the Georg Kofler group on the transaction. The ESCHE team also included the […] Read More

Extension of Emergency Covid-19 support by Blenheim

05 June 2020
LAW Member, Blenheim, from Amsterdam, Netherlands, breaks down all you need to know about the COVID-19 Wage Subsidy. Click here to learn more. Read More

E-Signature in the COVID-19 Crisis: Adapting to the (Not So) New Normal by AKSET Law

05 June 2020
As the COVID-19 pandemic forces people to adopt homeworking and physical distancing, digital transformation is no longer a mere option. In the past few months, we have witnessed how most businesses have departed from the traditional in-person meetings to virtual meetings, working through online collaborations, and hosting seminars and forums through digital means. Learn more […] Read More

COVID-19: Rise of the tracking apps by Tay & Partners

05 June 2020
The Covid-19 pandemic introduced lockdown measures not previously experienced by society across the globe. It also gave rise to an unparalleled number of health monitoring-cum-tracking apps deployed by governments in the name of more effective and efficient contact tracing and health monitoring of the public. Such tracing and health apps were first rolled out in […] Read More

Interview on M&A advice for startups with James Snyder of Klinedinst PC

04 June 2020
James D. Snyder of Klinedinst PC in San Diego, California, United States shares M&A advice for startups. See the interview here. Read More

ESCHE advises Gruppe Georg Kofler in Sale of Leifeld Metal Spinning AG to Nihon Spindle

04 June 2020
Our LAW Member in Hamburg, Germany, Esche Schümann Commichau, discusses interdisciplinary consulting in their latest press release. Click here to learn more. Read More

COVID-19 LATAM Guide update by CPB Abogados

03 June 2020
Our LAW member firm in Lima, Peru has put at your disposal the update of the legal guide about Covid19 carried out by the Albagli Zaliasnik study, in which CPB Abogados collaborated developing information about the Peruvian State. Click here to learn more. Read More

COVID-19 and Leases in the Northern Territory by Ward Keller

03 June 2020
Ward Keller, our LAW member firm from Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia, have created a fact sheet on leases in the Northern Territory. Click here to read more. Read More

Do I need a conveyancer? by Qld Law Group

03 June 2020
Do I Need a Conveyancer? You may be asking yourself, what is conveyancing? Conveyancing is the process of transferring property to another when you are buying or selling a property.  Buying or selling a house and land is ordinarily the most important transaction a person will ever undertake so it is important to avoid pressure […] Read More

Coronavirus: Immigration FAQ’s for individuals by Howard Kennedy LLP

21 May 2020
What can you do if your visa is about to expire? Partner Antonia Torr, with our London, England LAW member firm Howard Kennedy LLP gives guidance on the immigration issues individuals may be facing amid the coronavirus pandemic. It is clear that we are living in challenging times at the moment – we are all […] Read More

FDA Issues Guidance Related to CARES Act Amendments for Medical Device Manufacturers by Tarter Krinsky & Drogin LLP

13 May 2020
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently published new guidance (the Guidance) related to actual or potential medical device shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic The Guidance is meant to implement Section 506J of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) (21 U.S.C. 351 et seq.), which was added under Section 3121 of […] Read More

Federal Rent Assistance for Canadian Businesses by Carscallen LLP

13 May 2020
The Canadian government announces the Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance (“CECRA”) for small businesses that are struggling to pay their landlords as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic. Click here to read the article written by Theresa Nolan, from our Calgary, Alberta Canada firm Carscallen LLP.   Read More

The impact of COVID-19 on corporate tax residency – What is the risk? by Rigby Cooke Lawyers

13 May 2020
The worldwide impact of COVID-19, which has resulted in countries around the world shutting down their borders and international travel being banned, requires companies to operate online whenever possible. Click here to read more. To learn more about our Melbourne, Victoria, Australia member firm Rigby Cooke Lawyers visit www.rigbycooke.com.au.   Read More

Working From Home Due To Coronavirus? Think About Privacy Risks! by Klinedinst PC

06 May 2020
As companies continue to navigate how to do business during the coronavirus, the threats to data and privacy continue to grow. Many hackers are using the pandemic to launch new phishing scams, putting data increasingly at risk. Klinedinst corporate attorney James D. Snyder provides guidance and tangible steps companies can take to lock down data during COVID-19 to protect you and your customers. Read More

Extensions issued by United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) as a result of COVID-19 by Tarter Krinksy & Drogin LLP

06 May 2020
The Intellectual Property Group discusses filing deadline extensions issued by United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) as a result of COVID-19. Click here to read the article published by our New York City, New York firm Tarter Krinksy & Drogin LLP. Read More

Impact Of COVID-19 on the Computation of Time Under Nigerian Law by Punuka Attorneys & Solicitors

06 May 2020
Click here to read the latest update on COVID-19 from our Lagos, Nigeria member firm Punuka Attorneys & Solicitors. Read More

SBA Issues Additional FAQ on Paycheck Protection Program by Tarter Krinsky & Drogin LLP

05 May 2020
SBA Issues Additional FAQ on Paycheck Protection Program Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), the Small Business Administration (SBA) is tasked with administering the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), the loan program intended to allow employers to continue to pay their employees and assist with certain other expenses resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

Getting your Life and Estate Planning Documents in Order during a Health Crisis by Tarter Krinsky & Drogin LLP

04 May 2020
Getting your Life and Estate Planning Documents in Order during a Health Crisis As the world searches for a new normal, it is more important than ever to make sure that the interests of you and your loved ones are properly protected. We have compiled the below list of the basic life and estate planning […] Read More

The Paycheck Protection Program – Additional Guidance by Tarter Krinsky & Drogin LLP

28 April 2020
Click here to read the latest update on the Paycheck Protection Program from our LAW member firm in New York City, New York Tarter Krinsky & Drogin LLP Read More

Restructuring and Turnaround Principles for Business in the COVID-19 Pandemic by Lugenbuhl, Wheaton, Peck, Rankin & Hubbard

24 April 2020
Today businesses are meeting unprecedented challenges. Principles of turnaround management, i.e., turning struggling businesses into successful businesses, are now essential to almost every business. As in any crisis, business managers will face difficult decisions concerning treasury management, creditor relations and, potentially, seeking bankruptcy relief. Click here to read the full article posted by our member […] Read More

Furlough scheme and re-employment by Ledingham Chalmers LLP

24 April 2020
Click here to read the latest post from our LAW member firm in Aberdeen, Scotland Ledingham Chalmers LLP. Read More

Maintaining Trade Secrets Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic by Dickinson Wright

24 April 2020
Click here to read the latest news alert from Steven Caloiaro and Caleb Green from our member firm in Toronto, Ontario, Canada Dickinson Wright. Read More

Covid-19 and Corporate Income Tax in Valor Econômico by Lacaz Martins, Pereira Neto, Gurevich & Schoueri Advogados

24 April 2020
Eduardo Madeira and Patrícia Martinuzzo from our LAW member firm in São Paulo, Brazil, published an article about today’s Covid-19 and corporate income tax in Valor Econômico. Click here to read more. Read More

COVID-19 and the World of Commercial Leases by Dickinson Wright PLLC

23 April 2020
Click here to read the latest article written by Jared Christensen and Matthew Keane from our LAW member firm Dickinson Wright PLLC in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.   Read More

Pandemic Blues by Paintsil, Paintsil & Co. Goshen Chambers

22 April 2020
PANDEMIC BLUES: HOW GHANAIANS GOT CRUCIFIED IN “THE IMPOSITION OF RESTRICTIONS ACT, 2020 (ACT 1012)”- Kweku Y. Paintsil, Esq. Read More

Covid-19 and the Fashion Industry by Nunziante Magrone

22 April 2020
Click here to read about how Covid-19 has impacted the fashion, luxury and apparel sector in Italy. To learn more about our LAW member firm in Milan, Italy visit https://nunziantemagrone.it/   Read More

COVID-19 Employment Law News by Klinedinst PC

22 April 2020
Food Sector Workers Qualify for COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave - The following analysis is provided by Klinedinst’s Raja Hafed, and was published by the Association of Defense Counsel of Southern California’s Employment Law Committee. Read More

Covid-19: Technology and security considerations by Ronan Daly Jermyn

21 April 2020
With organisations having moved large volumes of employees to remote working, businesses need to be vigilant about protecting confidential company information, increased cybersecurity risks and observing their legal obligations. RDJ CIO, Connie Wiseman and Cyber and Data Protection Partner, Ricky Kelly outline five key technology and security considerations for your business and IT operations. Read More

Immigration Update During COVID-19 by Tarter Krinsky & Drogin LLP

21 April 2020
In our recent Immigration Alerts, we discussed United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) closures and updates regarding labor condition posting notices in the context of nonimmigrant visa applications in light of the “new world” of telecommuting during the COVID-19 era. We also recently discussed travel restrictions to and from the United States. Below are […] Read More

Environment Law and Covid-19 by LAVAN

21 April 2020
There have been no changes to environmental assessment, approval or regulatory processes at State or Commonwealth levels in response to Covid-19 restrictions. Read More

Updated COVID-19 Guidance for Employers by Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP

20 April 2020
Click here to read the latest update on COVID-19 from our Tampa, Florida LAW member firm Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP.   Read More

State of Emergency: COVID-19 by Georgiev, Todorov & Co.

16 April 2020
Click here to read about the amendments and supplementations to the Measures and Actions during the State of Emergency Act. To learn more about our LAW member located in Sofia, Bulgaria visit https://georg-tod.com/. Read More

COVID-19 Resource Center by Gray Reed & McGraw, LLP

16 April 2020
Click here to learn more how our Houston, Texas member firm Gray Reed & McGraw, LLP can help you and your business through the COVID19 pandemic. Read More

Loneliness in the Law by Bell, Davis & Pitt, P.A.

14 April 2020
"As we’re all adjusting to this new normal, I’m quickly realizing that practicing law from home certainly isn’t without its issues". Read More

COVID-19 Information published by Ward Keller

14 April 2020
Click on the below links to read the latest COVID-19 articles published from our Darwin, Australia member firm Ward Keller. Read More

TCJ and COVID-19: Important Information for Companies by Therrien Couture Joli-Coeur s.e.n.c.r.l.

13 April 2020
Click here for the latest updates and important information published from our member firm in Montreal, Quebec, Canada Therrien Couture Joli-Coeur s.e.n.c.r.l. in connection with COVID-19. Read More

Winners Law Firm – BEST OVERALL LAW FIRM in Tianjin

13 April 2020
LAW is pleased to announce Winners Law Firm has been nominated by the China Business Law Journal’s editorial team as a BEST OVERALL LAW FIRM in Tianjin. The decisions are based on thousands of votes and recommendations received from in-house counsel, other senior corporate executives and legal professionals from around the world, as well as […] Read More

COVID-19 Guide for Seniors by Dickinson Wright LLP

13 April 2020
Click here to learn more about resources which may be helpful for seniors attempting to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. To learn more about our member firm in Toronto, Ontario, Canada visit Dickinson Wright LLP.   Read More

IMPORTANT GOVERNMENT COVID-19 UPDATES AFFECTING EMPLOYERS by Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP

13 April 2020
Click here to view the latest COVID-19 article published by our Tampa, Florida member firm Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP. Read More

Stopping non-essential construction — is it legally binding? by Ledingham Chalmers LLP

10 April 2020
Stopping non-essential construction — is it legally binding? The fundamental principle here is guidance is not the same as legislation. And as such, is the Scottish Government guidance that says any work on non-essential construction should stop simply a direction, or is it legislation that must be followed? The compliance section of the guidance says: […] Read More

Commercial Lease Obligations in the Face of COVID-19: Force Majeure and Common Law Defenses by Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti LLP

06 April 2020
Commercial Lease Obligations in the Face of COVID-19: Force Majeure and Common Law Defenses The COVID-19 pandemic has far reaching, and yet to be seen, implications in our daily lives.  None so less than in the area of landlord-tenant law.  Below are some issues to consider.  This is not an exhaustive list and should not […] Read More

COVID-19 KNOWLEDGE CENTER by Lloreda Camacho & Co.

03 April 2020
Click here to view the latest COVID-19 information published from our Bogotá, Colombia LAW member firm Lloreda Camacho & Co. Read More

COVID-19 Alerts by GESSEL

03 April 2020
Click here to view the latest COVID-19 alerts published from our Warsaw, Poland LAW member firm GESSEL.   Read More

COVID-19: Impact on Force Majeure in Energy Contracts by GableGotwals

02 April 2020
Click here to read an article on COVID-19 posted from our Tulsa, Oklahoma member firm GableGotwals. Read More