Insights & News

Employment law in Vietnam - an overview

Inbrief

04 January 2021

Over the past few decades, Vietnam has moved from a centrally-based economy to one with significant market features.

Employment law in the Republic of Korea – an overview

Inbrief

04 January 2021

The Republic of Korea (often referred to as South Korea and in this in-brief as Korea) has one of Asia’s strongest performing economies and is home to some of the world’s largest brands. Despite its fast ageing population and a chronically low level of productivity, Korea continues to be popular place to invest for foreign companies.

Employment law in Philippines - an overview

Inbrief

01 December 2020

Despite the lingering global economic slowdown, the Philippine economy has outperformed most of its ASEAN neighbours.

Employment law in Australia - an overview

Inbrief

01 December 2020

Despite the economic slowdown in Australia over the last few years, real GDP has grown by 3.1% year on year and is expected to remain stable at this mark for the remainder of 2016 and 2017.

Employment law in Singapore – an overview

Inbrief

01 December 2020

Singapore’s rapid economic development since it gained independence in 1965 is well documented. This economic success, combined with the country’s lightly regulated business environment, has long made it a natural “hub” for many multinational employers. This in-brief provides an overview of some of the key aspects of employment law in Singapore.

Employment law in Thailand – an overview

Inbrief

01 December 2020

Despite several years of relative political uncertainty, the business climate in Thailand continues to be positive and welcoming to foreign investment. The country’s participation in the recently established Association of Southeast Nations (ASEAN) Economic Community can only be expected to continue this trend. This in-brief provides a snapshot of the key aspects of employment law in Thailand.

M&A employment law support - top ten questions

Inbrief

19 November 2020

In mergers and acquisitions (M&A) navigating the legal requirements and ramifications of the deal can be tricky.

It takes two to make a thing go right...! The two-part possession hearing

Inbrief

09 November 2020

On 27 March 2020, all possession claims and evictions (save for a few exemptions) were stayed as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic. Fast forward to 20 September 2020, and the stay has been lifted, but there are new arrangements released by the Master of the Rolls “The Overall Arrangements” which deal with how the Court intends to return to hearing possession claims and the challenges it faces. Most important to note is the introduction of a “Review Hearing”.

Overview of planning changes 2020 (England only)

Inbrief

05 October 2020

There have been a number of changes to permitted development rights (PDRs) during the Covid-19 pandemic and there are further significant reforms in the pipeline.

Setting up a competing business

Inbrief

03 September 2020

Many owner-managers and entrepreneurs plan to start new businesses in the same space as their current one. Managing this transition effectively is often the key to success in the new business and getting it wrong can result in the new business failing before it has even started.

Investigations

Inbrief

10 August 2020

We set out the key considerations for organisations faced with grievances or allegations of wrongdoing which may require formal investigation.

Reactivation Notice: Pursuant to Practice Direction 55C

Inbrief

07 August 2020

Landlords wishing to proceed with possession action issued before 3 August 2020 and which has been stayed automatically by CPR55.29 must file and serve a written notice (a “reactivation notice”) confirming that they wish the case to be listed, relisted, heard or referred.

Information and consultation

Inbrief

10 July 2020

Employers with at least 50 employees can be required to establish arrangements for informing and consulting their employees on business developments. These arrangements are commonly called ‘works councils’.

Employee share schemes in Hong Kong - an overview

Inbrief

27 May 2020

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Online Sales: how C-19 is changing the logistics landscape, and our top tips for successful logistics arrangements

Inbrief

16 April 2020

C-19 continues to have an unprecedented impact on businesses and is accelerating shift from brick and mortar stores to greater online presence.

Online sales: How Covid-19 is accelerating digital transformation, and our top tips for the successful use of Agile software development

Inbrief

16 April 2020

During and after the C-19 environment, those businesses who adapt what they sell and adapt how they market, sell and deliver their products will be better positioned to survive and grow. The shift from bricks and mortar to online shopping has been going on years. For many, C-19 has accelerated the need for many businesses (both b2c and b2b) to transform their digital platforms. In addition, businesses are having to adapt and make radical changes to their supply chains, including logistics, so as to source and deliver a different mix of products and deliver a greater proportion of products to customer homes instead of to stores or depots.

COVID-19 immigration implications for the UK marketing sector: much ado about… a lot

Inbrief

03 April 2020

One week into the UK’s nationwide lockdown, the repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic are beginning to be felt in many major industries, the advertising and marketing sector being no exception. From marketing companies’ ongoing duties as sponsors of foreign migrants to considerations for freelancers, models and influencers, it is vital that immigration issues do not fall to the wayside amidst commercial matters which may feel more pressing.

VAT and income tax deferrals to assist VAT-paying businesses and the self-employed during Covid-19 Outbreak

Inbrief

27 March 2020

As part of the sweeping financial package announced by the Government on 20 March 2020, the Government is offering VAT and income tax deferrals to assist with the cash-flow of VAT-paying businesses and the self-employed. These deferrals are expected to provide over £30bn of additional cash-flow to a wide variety of British businesses.

Building contracts - good practice and inspections

Inbrief

06 August 2019

This guide will look at how employers, contractors and consultants can form, improve and maintain good relationships. Many of these tips are not exclusive to building contracts, but are especially important in construction projects due to the number of parties involved and the often complex nature of the work. Good faith and alliancing provisions are outside of this note.

UK and EU Registered Designs

Inbrief

31 July 2019

What can be protected by a registered design right?