Master the intricacies of resolving disputes between investors and states with our expert guidance. Offering a detailed overview of international treaties, procedural strategies, and emerging trends, this resource is indispensable for practitioners seeking to effectively manage investment treaty arbitration claims. Enhance your practice with practical insights into the unique challenges and opportunities presented in this specialised arena of arbitration.
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Umbrella clauses in investment treaty arbitrationWhat is an umbrella clause?An umbrella clause (known also as an umbrella agreement or an observance of undertakings clause) is a provision in a bilateral investment treaty (BIT) by which a state agrees to comply with all of its obligations owed to
What is the difference between an appeal and a review?What is an appeal?An appeal in insolvency proceedings is no different to an appeal in normal litigation. An appeal will be allowed only if the appeal court is satisfied that the decision of the lower court was 'wrong' or 'unjust because of a
If a rentcharge is shown as being informally exonerated on title information, does this apply to the current registered owner? Or does the informal exoneration only apply to the parties to the document which informally exonerated the rentcharge?This Q&A considers the situation where, at some
If a beneficiary signs a deed of disclaimer of their share of an estate and the estate pays their legal fees, will that count as a PET against their estate?A disclaimer is the refusal of a gift prior to acceptance. The refusal of the gift must take place before the beneficiary accepts any benefit
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