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Singapore’s omnibus insolvency legislation | Lexology
Singapore
September 4 2020 The Insolvency, Restructuring and Dissolution Act 2018 (the "IRDA") came into force on 30 July 2020. The consolidation of all personal and corporate insolvency and debt restructuring legislation into a single statute, along with other legislative changes, seeks to further strengthen Singapore's position as an international debt restructuring hub. This note highlights certain key changes effected by the IRDA that are relevant to loan market participants.
“Never waste a (COVID-19) crisis”: new proposals to streamline the Australian government's environmental approvals regime | Lexology
Australia
September 2 2020 On 27 August 2020, the Federal Government tabled the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Amendment (Streamlining Environmental Approvals) Bill 2020 (Bill) in the House of Representatives. Why is it important?
Revitalizing A Law Firm Intranet
Oz Benamram, Chief Knowledge Officer, White & Case LLP Law firms, like other professional services, are constantly looking to improve our knowledge-management strategies, i.e., to share and reuse valuable work products and leverage institutional knowledge. When properly executed, these programs translate into efficiency, higher quality work, happier clients, and more engaged employees.
Commercial Appraiser-Appraisal 310.337.1973
Real Estate - Residential Tax Sales Proceeds In Excess Of The Tax Owed Must Be Returned To The Taxpayer by Norbert Madison, Jr., Paul McCord | Fraser Trebilcock Foreclosure, MI Supreme Court, Property Owners, Property Tax, Takings Clause, Tax Sales Real Estate Industry Alerts Tracker - July 2020 Issue #4 by Kelley Drye & Warren LLP CREFC, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, Like Kind Exchanges, Mortgage Bankers Association, Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), Real Estate Market, SBA Philadelphia Zoning,...
An interview with White & Case discussing R&I in France | Lexology
Lexology GTDT Market Intelligence provides a unique perspective on evolving legal and regulatory landscapes. This interview is taken from the R&I volume discussing various topics including legislative reforms, notable insolvency filings and asset purchase within key jurisdictions worldwide. 1 In the last year, have you seen any developments or trends in the nature and volume of insolvency filings?
Argentina: Letter of Support of Joint Debt Restructuring Proposal
Allegany CountyBusinessCattaraugus CountyCrimeLocalNationStateWestern New YorkWorld TownNews.com Content Exchange NEW YORK, July 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Global financial institutions representing 60% of the outstanding Exchange Bonds and 51% of the outstanding Global Bonds of Argentina's debt have collectively endorsed the below letter, sent to Minister Guzmán today, pledging their support for the Joint Proposal that the Ad Hoc Argentine Bondholder Group, the Argentina Creditor Committee,...
JFTC Public Comment Opportunity: New Rules re: Fine Calculation and Leniency in accordance with 2019 AMA Amendments | Lexology
On June 29, 2020, the Japan Fair Trade Commission (“JFTC”) issued a draft of amendments to relevant cabinet orders and rules (“Drafts”) in accordance with the amendments to the Anti-Monopoly Act (“AMA”) previously passed in June 2019 (“2019 AMA Amendments” or “Amendments”).1 The JFTC is seeking comments from the public. Comments are due by July 28, 2020.
Interim Report on Startup Businesses Practices by the Japan Fair Trade Commission (“JFTC”) | Lexology
On June 30, 2020, the JFTC published an interim report about market research on startup business practices (the "Report").1 The JFTC will continue its research and will issue a final report. This is part of the effort by the JFTC, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry ("METI") and the Japan Patent Office ("JPO") to prepare relevant guidelines. The JFTC recognizes that it is important to secure a competitive situation where startup businesses can compete fairly and freely.
Golden Nugget Online Gaming To Become Public
HOUSTON, June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Tilman J. Fertitta and Landcadia Holdings II, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCA, "Landcadia II") announced today that Landcadia II has entered into a Purchase Agreement to acquire Golden Nugget Online Gaming, Inc. ("GNOG"), a US online real money casino owned by Tilman Fertitta, recognized by both its peers and customers alike as the industry leading online casino that brought Live Dealer to the US market place.
The Japan Fair Trade Commission ("JFTC") published Market Research Reports re: Fintech and Financial Services | Lexology
The JFTC published two reports ("Reports") including the "Report on Cashless Payment Services using QR Codes, etc." ("Cashless Payment Report" or "Report")1 and "Report on the Household Account Book Services, etc." ("Household Account Book Report")2 on April 21, 2020 based on the market research ("Research") conducted on Fintech and Financial Services from October 2019 to March 2020.3 Financial technology or Fintech refers to technology-enabled innovation in the financial services that spurs...
US Securities Class Actions: A Guide to the Initial Stages | Lexology
Being named as a defendant in a securities class action can give rise to uncertainty and distress. This guide discusses what you can expect during the early stages of the action, the immediate steps that you need to take, and where external counsel can assist.
New industry guidance clarifies the sustainable loan market | Lexology
The Loan Market Association ("LMA"), Loan Syndication and Trading Association ("LSTA") and Asia Pacific Loan Market Association ("APLMA") have published new guidance1on the key aspects of the Green Loan Principles ("GLP")2and the Sustainability-Linked Loan Principles ("SLLP")3. In this two part series, we discuss the new guidance in relation to the GLP and SLLP here, and in part two we will discuss what financing situations favour which structure.
Good News is Coming for Wind and Solar Projects: Potential Extension of the Construction Safe Harbor Period is Expected | Lexology
In a letter addressed to Senator Chuck Grassley, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance, Treasury indicates its intention to revise the rules governing the deadline for construction of wind and solar projects to qualify for the production tax credit (PTC) and investment tax credit (ITC). The expected revised guidance would provide much needed relief to projects struggling with construction delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19: Legal impact in Mexico, measures issued by various authorities (Seventh part, Ministry of Health) | Lexology
Ministry of Health Resolution that modifies the agreement that establishes extraordinary actions to attend the health emergency generated by the SARS-CoV2 virus, published on March 31st, 2020.1 Through the resolution published on April 21st, 2020, the Ministry of Health amends and adds sections to the "Resolution that establishes extraordinary actions to address the health emergency generated by the SARS-CoV2 virus, published in the Federal Official Gazette on March 31st, 2020.2" ("First...
Court of Appeal declares Heathrow expansion unlawful on climate change grounds | Lexology
In its recent decision in R. v Secretary of State for Transport, the Court of Appeal ruled that the UK Government had failed to take into account the commitments it made under the 2016 Paris Agreement on climate change when assessing Heathrow's expansion plan and, as a result, it ruled that the Government's Airports National Policy Statement was unlawful.
Ahead of the pack: US M&A 2019 | Lexology
Despite a fall in overall global dealmaking, M&A in the US has proved resilient, as megadeals and domestic activity boost the market It has been a busy year for M&A involving US companies. While global deal value dropped compared to 2018, the US maintained its year-on-year total and took a greater share of the overall deal market.
Introduction - Lexology
We are pleased to introduce this second edition of Lexology Getting The Deal Through – Technology M&A. As technology continues to rapidly penetrate every facet of our lives, it continues to be a leading driver of mergers and acquisitions. The technology sector has seen deal value continue to climb as digital disruption overtakes segments such as fintech and Big Data.
Potential Certification Mechanisms Under the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 | Lexology
With the November 6, 2019 dated announcement, the Turkish Personal Data Protection Authority (the “Authority”) announced that it aims to establish a data protection certification mechanism for data controllers and processors.
An introduction to public-private partnerships in France | Lexology
All questions General framework i Types of public-private partnership As stated above, there are two types of PPP that are mainly used in France: concession agreements, which serve to implement major infrastructure projects such as canals, motorways, water distribution systems and toll bridges; and partnership contracts, which can be compared to private finance initiative contracts. Concession agreements and partnership contracts are both administrative contracts under French law.
Environmental protection regulations in United Kingdom | Lexology
All questions Environmental protection i Environmental permits Environmental permits in England and Wales are dealt with through the integrated environmental permitting (EP) regime, which has steadily incorporated and replaced the various distinct permitting systems that were previously in place.
Environmental protection regulations in European Union | Lexology
All questions Environmental protection As discussed above, over the years, the European Union has developed a complex regime of environmental protection legislation on air and water quality, chemicals, and solid and hazardous waste, which is law in EU Member States. Other initiatives of the European Union (e.g., concerning single-use plastics) are only at an early stage at present.
Climate change law, regulation and policy in European Union | Lexology
European Union
October 24 2019 All questions Climate change The European Union considers itself to be a global leader in limiting emissions, decarbonising economies and other measures to limit global warming. To this end, the European Union has signed the UNFCCC and Kyoto Protocol, along with its Member States, and has taken a leading role in climate change negotiations (including forming a high ambition coalition in the Paris Agreement negotiations).
Climate change law, regulation and policy in United Kingdom | Lexology
United Kingdom
October 24 2019 All questions Climate change The Climate Change Act 2008 lays out regulation regarding greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. It requires the United Kingdom to reduce its GHG emissions to 80 per cent below 1990 levels by 2050. The relevant GHGs include carbon dioxide; methane, nitrous oxide, hydrofluorocarbons, perfluorocarbons and sulphur hexafluoride.
Dashcams and autonomous vehicles: Dodging legal landmines in the EU | JD Supra
Updated: May 25, 2018: JD Supra is a legal publishing service that connects experts and their content with broader audiences of professionals, journalists and associations.
Update: "Phase One" US-China Agreement to Require Further Substantive Negotiations | JD Supra
Updated: May 25, 2018: JD Supra is a legal publishing service that connects experts and their content with broader audiences of professionals, journalists and associations.
Sixth Circuit Permits U.S.-Style Discovery in Aid of International Commercial Arbitration Under Section 28 U.S.C. § 1782 | JD Supra
On September 19, 2019, the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit rendered a landmark decision which recognized that district courts within the Sixth Circuit can order discovery under 28 U.S.C. § 1782 for use in proceedings before a private arbitral tribunal.
Contract Considerations | Lexology
United Kingdom
September 26 2019 Nuclear new-build projects are, by their nature, difficult to deliver. Daniel Garton and Chris Duncan examine issues that need to be addressed in construction contracts for nuclear plants. CAPITAL EXPENDITURE REQUIREMENTS, COMPLEX TECHNOLOGY, long construction periods, regulatory requirements and regulator involvement, and political sensitivity around nuclear power, are all risks in bringing new nuclear power plants online.
Huawei espionage concerns reach UK | Lexology
The UK 5G debate is emblematic of protectionist sentiments in the technology sector. Huawei and the technology cold war Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. is a modern Chinese success story. A pioneer in the telecommunication industry, the company has grown exponentially since its early days as a supplier of low-tech hardware to rural China.
Appeals in Germany | Lexology
Jurisdiction Court system Outline and explain the general structure of your country’s court system as it relates to the commercial appellate process. In Germany, commercial matters are generally handled by civil courts. There are only a few types of commercial disputes that are handled by administrative or fiscal courts, for example, certain matters related to the economic activities of public authorities or tax-related matters. All other commercial cases go to civil courts.
Costs, settlement and funding of appeals in Germany | Lexology
Costs, settlement and funding Costs What are the rules regarding attorneys’ fees and costs on appeal? The statutory attorneys’ fees and cost rules set out in the German Attorney Remuneration Act and German Court Fees Act also apply to appeals. However, it is common in commercial practice to negotiate attorney fees. Such fees will be based on hourly rates, since German law does generally not allow for contingency fees.
Due diligence for technology M&A in USA | Lexology
Due diligence Typical areas What are the typical areas of due diligence undertaken in your jurisdiction with respect to technology and intellectual property assets in technology M&A transactions? How is due diligence different for mergers or share acquisitions as compared to carveouts or asset purchases?
Ethics and anti-corruption rules for defence contractors in Poland | Lexology
Ethics and anti-corruption Private sector appointments When and how may former government employees take up appointments in the private sector and vice versa? According to the Act of 21 August 1997 regarding Limitation of Conducting Business by Persons Exercising Public Functions, governmental employees may not hold positions in companies if they took part in the issuance of a decision regarding a company’s rights within one year from the issuance of the decision.
Cross-border defence procurement and trade in Poland | Lexology
International trade rules Export controls What export controls limit international trade in defence and security articles? Who administers them? The export control system applicable in Poland is harmonised with the EU regulations (Council Regulation No. 428/2009 of 5 May 2009). Authorisations are necessary (individual, global or national general export authorisations) for the trade in strategic goods (including dual-use).
Energy contract performance and liability in Germany | Lexology
Commercial/civil law – substantive Rules and industry standards Describe any industry-standard form contracts used in the energy sector in your jurisdiction. In wholesale trading, the European Federation of Energy Traders (EFET) standard reflects industry practice. Supplying household customers is governed either by directly applicable ordinances or by freely negotiated contracts, which, however, have to comply with Germany’s strict law on standard terms and conditions.
Bank capital requirements in Sweden | Lexology
Capital requirements Capital adequacy Describe the legal and regulatory capital adequacy requirements for banks. Must banks make contingent capital arrangements? In recent years, numerous initiatives have been made to tighten-up the regulatory standards applicable to banks and their capital management.
Bank capital requirements in South Africa | Lexology
Capital requirements Capital adequacy Describe the legal and regulatory capital adequacy requirements for banks. Must banks make contingent capital arrangements? For purposes of setting capital adequacy requirements, section 70 of the Banks Act distinguishes between: banks of which the business does not include trading in financial instruments; banks of which the business consists solely of trading in financial instruments; and banks of which the business includes trading in financial instruments.
Ownership and acquisition of banks in Sweden | Lexology
Ownership restrictions and implications Controlling interest Describe the legal and regulatory limitations regarding the types of entities and individuals that may own a controlling interest in a bank. What constitutes ‘control’ for this purpose? Any entity holding, directly or indirectly, a controlling interest in a bank needs to be approved by the SFSA.
Ownership and acquisition of banks in South Africa | Lexology
Ownership restrictions and implications Controlling interest Describe the legal and regulatory limitations regarding the types of entities and individuals that may own a controlling interest in a bank. What constitutes ‘control’ for this purpose?
Guarantees and collateral for acquisition financings in Germany | Lexology
Guarantees and collateral Related company guarantees Are there restrictions on the provision of related company guarantees? Are there any limitations on the ability of foreign-registered related companies to provide guarantees? German corporate law sets out, inter alia, share capital maintenance rules and prohibits an interference which jeopardises a subsidiary’s existence. Such rules primarily apply to payments to direct shareholders.
Can the good times last? Four factors shaping M&A in the second half of 2019 | Lexology
Positive drivers of M&A, including the strength of the US economy, the availability of financing and the strategic imperative to consolidate or transform for many corporates have underpinned transactions. However, concerns about the possibility of an economic slowdown, the US's deteriorating relations with China, and elevated valuations could, moving forward, all prove to be restraining forces on M&A. Will the pace of M&A continue during the second half of 2019 and beyond?
Pharma chases innovation through deals | Lexology
In the pharmaceuticals, medical and biotech sector, deal value in the first half of the year was up 142 percent to US$172 billion—making it the best-performing sector in terms of value in H1. But volume was down 11 percent to 282 transactions. Much of this increase in value can be attributed to Bristol-Myers Squibb's purchase of Celgene, one of the largest-ever deals in the sector. The blockbuster US$89.5 billion Celgene deal is indicative of the market.
Payment Services: Countdown to new Principles-based regime in August | Lexology
New Principles for Business and conduct rules for payment services and connected activities will apply from 1 August. Affected firms will need to have in place a business-wide strategy for complying with the Principles for Business and review their marketing and disclosure practices in readiness. Background Payment service providers (PSPs) and electronic money issuers (EMIs) are authorised under the UK's Payment Services Regulations 2017 and Electronic Money Regulations 2011, respectively.
The meaning of "serious harm": the Supreme Court in Lachaux v Independent Print | Lexology
The increasing accessibility of digital media has enabled businesses to become not only readers, but also publishers of their own information and opinions. This in turn requires due consideration of the limits of what can, and cannot, be lawfully published. The Supreme Court has handed down judgment in Lachaux v Independent Print Ltd and Evening Standard Ltd [2019] UKSC 27, a case regarding the interpretation of section 1 of the Defamation Act 2013 (the "Act").
Connected cars merge with payment technology | Lexology
An estimated 125 million connected passenger cars are expected to ship worldwide by 2022, a 270% increase since 2018. In addition to using connected navigation and entertainment systems, and transmitting safety and performance data to insurance companies and car dealerships, their drivers may pay for everything from gas to dinner without pulling out their phones.
The construction industry, insolvency and directors’ liabilities | Lexology
A Singaporean construction company in liquidation has successfully sued one of its former directors for failing to act in the best interests of the company, highlighting the importance of directors being aware of, and protecting against, potential personal liability for breach of duty.
Acquisition financing documentation in Germany | Lexology
General structuring of financing Choice of law What territory’s law typically governs the transaction agreements? Will courts in your jurisdiction recognise a choice of foreign law or a judgment from a foreign jurisdiction? Financing agreements in relation to acquisitions (i) where the borrower is owned by a private equity sponsor or (ii) which are to be syndicated internationally are typically governed by English law in the case of loans or New York law in the case of bonds.
Acquisition financing structures and restrictions in Germany | Lexology
General structuring of financing Choice of law What territory’s law typically governs the transaction agreements? Will courts in your jurisdiction recognise a choice of foreign law or a judgment from a foreign jurisdiction? Financing agreements in relation to acquisitions (i) where the borrower is owned by a private equity sponsor or (ii) which are to be syndicated internationally are typically governed by English law in the case of loans or New York law in the case of bonds.
Corporate Reorganisations in Mexico | Lexology
Legal and regulatory framework Types of transaction What types of transactions are classified as ‘corporate reorganisations’ in your jurisdiction? Mexican law does not include any statutory classification of the concept of corporate reorganisation except in the context of bankruptcy.
Supreme Court Clarifies Effects of Bankruptcy on Trademark Licenses | Lexology
On May 20, 2019, the Supreme Court held in Mission Products Holdings, Inc. v. Tempnology, LLC that a debtor-licensor's rejection of a trademark license agreement does not "deprive the licensee of its rights to use the trademark." This holding resolves a longstanding circuit split in the Federal Courts of Appeal about the effects of bankruptcy on trademark licenses.
Acquisition Finance in Germany | Lexology
Use the Lexology Getting the Deal Through tool to compare the answers in this article with those from other jurisdictions. General structuring of financing Choice of law What territory’s law typically governs the transaction agreements? Will courts in your jurisdiction recognise a choice of foreign law or a judgment from a foreign jurisdiction?
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