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Undertanding the Labour Law Amendments of 2024
The UAE through the Federal Decree Law No. 09/2024 (“amended law”) issue on 29/07/2024, has amended article 54 (individual labor disputes) and article 60 (fines for prohibited acts) of the federal Decree Law No.33 of 2021 regarding the regulation of employment relationship (“labour law”) Read more
Corporate Law in United Arab EmiratesThomas Paoletti
goldThomas is a gold memberDigital PartnerThomas is a Digital PartnerFounder & Managing Partner, PAOLETTI LAW GROUP
Meet the IRG Member of the Year Winner for 2024: Katherine Evans
At our Annual Conference – The Big Picture in Paris, we crowned our IR Global Member of the Year for 2024. Congratulations to Katherine Evans, and thank you to all of those who voted. Senior Partner at Mirkwood Evans Vincent, Katherine is our exclusive IR Global advisor for Commercial Law, Crypto and Digital Asset Advisory,… Read more
EnglandAnnie Elsmore
bronzeAnnie is a bronze memberSocial Media Executive, IR Global
Strengthening Corporate Integrity and Competitiveness in Colombia: The Strategic Importance of SAGRILAFT Compliance
In the context of increasing globalization and the sophistication of illegal activities, Colombia’s Superintendence of Companies made a comprehensive change to the Chapter X of the Basic Legal Circular through its External Circular No. 100-000016 on December 24, 2020. This update aimed to update regulations with a risk-based approach, resulting in the System of Self-Control… Read more
Scaling Success: Proven Tactics for Advisory Growth
17th October 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 Hosted by IR Global’s Trusted Partner – International Succession Planning Association (ISPA). Are you ready to elevate your advisory practice and stand out in a competitive market? This workshop is your opportunity to master advanced strategies that will grow your high-net-worth client base and enhance your service offerings. Tailored exclusively for IR Global… Read more
The Happiness Formula: Jake Humphrey on Leadership, High Performance, Resilience and Success
What is optimum performance? How do winners get to the top and stay there? Is vulnerability an asset? And can you be happy in the process—really? Award-winning broadcaster, entrepreneur and media owner Jake Humphrey joins gunnercooke Co-founder Darryl Cooke in this lively, funny, and candid discussion recorded before a live audience at Saïd Business School,… Read more
New Administrative Disputes Act
On 1 July 2024, the new Administrative Disputes Act came into force, replacing the almost fifteen-year-old legal rules regulating administrative disputes. Let’s take a look at the main differences and similarities between the two. Unlike its predecessor, the newly enacted Administrative Disputes Act contains detailed provisions on the validity of representation of the parties. Also,… Read more
Corporate Law in CroatiaMojmir Ostermann
bronzeMojmir is a bronze memberManaging Partner, Ostermann Ivančić Attorneys-at-Law LLP
Patent Office Says Coding Error Affected PTA Determinations
Patent Office says Code bug messed up PTA, Can be corrected The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has announced that a recent update to its software “introduced a coding error into the patent term adjustment software the agency uses to perform patent term adjustment (PTA) determinations.” As the USPTO explains, Patent Term Adjustment (PTA)… Read more
IP – Trademark & Copyright in WashingtonAdam Philipp
bronzeAdam is a bronze memberFounding Member / Patent Attorney, AEON Law
Bright-line rollover relief
Inland Revenue (IR) have just released a Questions We’ve Been Asked (QWBA) for comment, titled “How do the bright-line rollover relief provisions apply to transfers of residential land between associated persons?” The QWBA is referenced PUB00489, and will soon be joined by an updated version of QB 17/02 – “Income tax – date of acquisition… Read more
Tax (Accountants) in New ZealandRichard Ashby
silverRichard is a silver memberPartner, Gilligan Sheppard
Outsourced accounting: A step-by-step guide
Your essential road map to making and implementing the decision In today’s fast-paced business environment, managing accounting tasks can be overwhelming. “Outsourced accounting 101” is designed to help you navigate the decision-making process and successfully implement outsourcing for your accounting functions. What you’ll learn Why download this e-book? Get instant access to “Outsourced accounting 101”… Read more
New General Resolution of the Public Registry of Commerce
On 5 September, General Resolution 19/2024 (the “Resolution”) of the Public Registry of Commerce (“PRC”) was published in the Official Gazette. It sets forth the regulations applicable to the so-called Dedicated Branches within the Incentive Regime for Large Investments (“RIGI”), pursuant to the provisions of Law No. 27.742, in particular article 170 thereof. The Resolution… Read more
Governor Hochul signs eight laws to protect NY workers and boost safety
New York will have several new laws protecting workers’ rights in New York state. Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed bills such as, the Retail Worker Safety Act requiring large retail employers to install panic buttons for emergencies and providing workplace violence prevention training. Another law ensures that car dealerships will be reimbursed fairly for warranty… Read more
The Projected Establishment of the International Financial Service Centre (IFSC Authority) in Zimbabwe
The Finance Act, 2021 introduced numerous amendments to the financial sector in Zimbabwe. One notable feature of the Finance Act, 2021 is the amendment and inclusion of section 78C to the Banking Act [Chapter 24:20]. This new provision of the Banking Act in Zimbabwe provides for the establishment of the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC… Read more
