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Tesco Express and implied terms put paid to firing and rehiring

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The UK Supreme Court interprets contractual provisions, and implies a term, to find in favour of a group of Tesco employees who argued that the supermarket chain was not entitled to fire and rehire them on less advantageous...more

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Captive Insurance in Bermuda

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Bermuda is the world’s leading domicile for captive insurance companies, with over 600 active captive licences on its register generating over US$24 billion in gross written premium. Having formed the first modern captive in...more

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US Expands Controls on Quantum, Semiconductor Tech to Secure Industry Leadership

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The US Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) published an Interim Final Rule (IFR) on September 6, 2024 to implement worldwide export controls on quantum computing, semiconductor, addictive computing,...more

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Trade Secrets to Be Subject to Export Controls Under House-Passed Bill

On September 9, 2024, the U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation that would expand the scope of the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 (ECRA) to include the protection of trade secrets. The one-sentence bill, which...more

Locke Lord LLP

OFAC Issues General Licenses, Updates FAQ, and Issues New Blocking Rule and Reminder to File Annual Blocked Property Report

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On September 5, 2024, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) released General License (“GL”) 108 (“Authorizing Limited Safety and Environmental Transactions Involving Certain Blocked...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

U.S. Joins Allies to Impose Export Controls on Quantum Computing and Other Emerging Technologies

On September 6, 2024, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) of the U.S. Commerce Department issued an interim final rule expanding export controls on certain emerging technologies: Quantum Computing: Quantum computers,...more

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OFAC Extends Recordkeeping Requirements for All Sanctions Programs

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In an era of active U.S. sanctions policy, it is not uncommon to see the Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) issue a notice changing U.S. sanctions – promulgating a new sanctions program or updating the designation of a...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Texas Hill Country Artists Podcast: Inside Kerr Arts and Cultural Center with Lanza Teague

Delve into the heart of the Texas Hill Country with award winning “Hill Country Artists Podcast,” which illustrates and illuminates the vibrant tapestry of art rooted in this iconic region. From the sun-drenched limestone...more

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Leaders in Law: The State of International Trade with Neena Shenai

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As governments globally resort to more muscular uses of economic tools, such as sanctions and export controls for national security and foreign policy purposes, international trade has become increasingly complex. In this...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Compliance Tip of the Day: How A CEO Can Set The Tone at The Top with Email

Welcome to “Compliance Tip of the Day,” the podcast where we bring you daily insights and practical advice on navigating the ever-evolving landscape of compliance and regulatory requirements. Whether you’re a seasoned...more

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Competition Currents: Summer 2024 News Round Up

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Put down the lemonade and break out the pumpkin spice: summer is coming to an end. And while you were in the pool – or maybe just answering emails poolside – the antitrust agencies showed no signs of a summer slowdown. Before...more

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Navigating ESG Challenges: Insights and Strategies from London International Disputes Week

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In keeping with this year's London International Disputes Week (LIDW) theme “Uniting for Global Challenge and Opportunity,” Ankura Consulting and Charles Russell Speechlys sponsored, in partnership with Kumi Consulting, a...more

Morrison & Foerster LLP

Top 10 International Anti-Corruption Developments for August 2024

Designed for busy in-house counsel, compliance professionals, and anti-corruption lawyers, this newsletter summarizes some of the most important international anti-corruption law and enforcement developments from the past...more

Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC

CFIUS Is Not a Flu Strain: When Commercial Real Estate Transactions May Require Additional Regulatory Review

The Committee on Foreign Investment in the US (CFIUS) is an interagency organization that identifies commercial transactions that raise US national security considerations when there is significant foreign ownership of US...more

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Child Custody for Non-Muslim Women in the UAE: Understanding the UAE Laws

In the UAE, Federal Decree-Law No. 41/2022 on Civil Personal Status and Abu Dhabi Law No. 14/2021 on Civil Marriage have introduced significant reforms to ensure equality between men and women, particularly in matters of...more

Seward & Kissel LLP

Compliance Flash: Reminder to File the 2024 Annual Report of Blocked Property with OFAC

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Each year, the United States Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) requires all holders of blocked property to submit an Annual Report of Blocked Property (“ARBP”) setting forth all blocked...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Pawtastic Friends: The Paw Talk – Hercules, Angelina and Prince

Welcome to Pawtastic Friends-The Paw Talk. In this podcast, host Tom Fox will visit with Michael and Melissa Novelli, co-founders of Pawtastic Friends, as well as those who work with them at Pawtastic Friends. Michael and...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

The Corruption Files: Navigating Corporate Governance: The Hutchison Whampoa Scandal

What is stranger than fiction? The stories of worldwide corruption. In this podcast series, co-hosts Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance and Mike DeBernardis, partner at Hughes Hubbard, discuss some of the most audacious...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Daily Compliance News: September 19, 2024 – The Woj Retires Edition

Welcome to the Daily Compliance News. Each day, Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, brings you compliance-related stories to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen to the Daily Compliance News. All...more

Pillsbury - Global Trade & Sanctions Law

Closing the Loophole: Biden Administration Takes Action Against De Minimis Imports from China

On September 12, 2024, the Biden Administration announced a number of new trade-related measures related to imports of Chinese-manufactured goods. This announcement comes as the latest action in the Biden Administration’s...more

A&O Shearman

Looking Back And Moving Forward – 2023 FCPA Enforcement Trends And Patterns

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While 2023 saw a slight increase in the number of FCPA enforcement actions from 2022, there was a marked decline in total penalties from the prior year. Last year, the DOJ and the SEC resolved a total of 14 corporate...more

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What U.S. Companies Can Expect from the US-International Framework Convention on AI

This is part of a series from Nelson Mullins' AI Task Force. We will continue to provide additional insight on both domestic and international matters across various industries spanning both the public and private sectors....more

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Foreign Institutional Investors Await Italian Government Action on Corporate Governance Reforms

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On March 27, 2024, the Italian legislature enacted reforms to attract new investors to the Italian capital markets and improve corporate governance following guidelines issued by former Prime Minister Mario Draghi’s...more

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United States Finalizes Section 301 Tariff Increases on Imports from China

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On September 13, 2024, the United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced the final Section 301 tariff increases on imports from China,1 following its original proposal in May 2024. Electric vehicles, electric vehicle...more

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP

New Actions Announced by the Biden-Harris Administration May Signal Changes to De Minimis Exemption

On September 13, the Biden-Harris Administration published a fact sheet regarding its intended plans for tackling the exponential increase of shipments claiming the de minimis exemption and calls upon Congress to complement...more

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