Global Matters features updates about legal and business trends, the impact of changes in law and other topics of interest affecting multi-jurisdictional businesses. In addition to contributions by member firms, Global Matters provides updates on Ally Law news and other developments.
Putting Malaysia’s Admiralty Laws to the Test
The recent release of the luxury superyacht, Equanimity, by the Indonesian government to Malaysia has raised issues concerning the billion-dollar vessel’s ownership and title. The … Read More
Massachusetts Non-Competition Law Will Limit Enforcement of Employee, Contractor Agreements
On August 10, 2018, Massachusetts Governor Baker signed new legislation limiting the enforcement of non-competition agreements against employees and independent contractors who reside in Massachusetts. … Read More
US Supreme Court Validates Class Action Waiver in Workplace Arbitration Agreements
In a 5-4 decision in Epic Systems Corp. v. Lewis, the US Supreme Court issued its long-awaited decision on the validity of class action waivers in … Read More
UK Super Premium Service Can Expedite Processing of Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visas
For investors and business owners seeking to extend their UK Tier 1 Entrepreneur visas, Home Office processing delays can be more than just frustrating — … Read More
Non-California Counsel Participation in International Arbitrations in California
On 18 July 2018, California Governor Jerry Brown signed Senate Bill 766, which amends the California International Arbitration and Conciliation Act (Cal. Civ. Proc. Code … Read More
Top Court in Malaysia Stands Firm in Support of Secular Law
In a bold, unanimous judgment in Pengarah Jabatan Agama Islam Perak vs. Indira Gandhi Mutho, the Federal Court of Malaysia (the country’s highest court) categorically … Read More
US National Defense Authorization Act Expands Opportunities for Small Businesses
On December 12, 2017, US President Donald Trump signed the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (NDAA FY18). The NDAA FY18 authorizes and … Read More
Facebook, Cambridge Analytica, and Malaysia’s Personal Data Protection Act
In early April, the world watched as Mark Zuckerberg, Facebook’s chief executive, appeared before the US Congress in Washington DC to answer questions regarding, amongst … Read More
U.S. Supreme Court Says Patent Owners Can Obtain Damages for Lost Sales in Foreign Jurisdictions
Last month, the U.S. Supreme Court reversed a Federal Circuit decision dealing with patent damages for lost sales in foreign jurisdictions. In WesternGeco LLC v. Ion … Read More
Securitization Law in Greece: Your Legal Partners Contributes to 2018 ICLG Guide
Structured finance and investment laws vary considerably across jurisdictions. Compliance with these laws can present a particular challenge for businesses and investors whose interests cross … Read More
Planning for the Next Hurricane: Employee Pay During and After a Storm
With the onset of the 2018 hurricane season and the effects of last year’s storms still being felt by many, employers have a number of concerns. … Read More
Opening a Representative Office in Thailand Just Got Easier
A “Representative Office” allows a foreign investor to evaluate potential market opportunities without the need to establish a subsidiary in Thailand. Thus, it provides an … Read More
California Supreme Court Decision Narrows Classification of Independent Contractors
A decision handed down by the California Supreme Court on 30 April 2018 may make it more difficult for employers to classify workers as independent … Read More
U.S. Supreme Court Upholds Arbitration Waivers Barring Employee Class Actions
On 21 May 2018, in a split 5-4 decision, the United States Supreme Court upheld workplace arbitration agreements that prohibit class and collective actions. The … Read More
Australia’s Proposed 2018 Budget Includes New Measures Targeting Directors’ Liabilities and ‘Phoenix’ Activity
On 8 May 2018, Scott Morrison, Treasurer of Australia, delivered the 2018 budget. In addition to a number of tax cuts and related proposals, the … Read More
