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UK Supreme Court Allows Double Tax Relief for a Delaware Limited Liability Corporation

Decision departs from long-standing practice of regarding LLCs as opaque


UK Employee Fairly Dismissed for Facebook Comments

Decision is a reminder to employers of the importance of having an effective social media policy in place


Ryanair Flight Attendant Loses Case for Constructive Dismissal

Decision is a reminder to employers of the importance of having a robust grievance procedure in place




New Prospectus Regulation: Change A’ Coming

Fundamental changes to how companies access debt and equity capital markets are on the way on foot of the European Commission’s proposed overhaul of the current prospectus regime


When Can an Employer Access Workplace Instant Messages?

Where a fair balance is struck between an employee’s rights and the employer’s business interests, the European Court of Human Rights has determined that an employer is permitted to access employees’ instant messages in the workplace


EU Trademark Reform

New EU trademark legislative reform package paves the way for better protections for rights holders


Directors’ Duties When Seeking Shareholder Approval

UK decision clarifies directors’ duties when seeking shareholder approval