Navigating the complexities of European insurance and reinsurance law requires a thorough understanding of both regulatory frameworks and market practices. This topic provides practical guidance on compliance, risk management, contract negotiation, and dispute resolution, equipping you with the tools you need to counsel clients effectively across multiple jurisdictions within the EU. Stay informed on the latest legislative developments and judicial interpretations to ensure your business remains at the forefront of this dynamic area of law.
The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has adopted a template for Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) as part of its efforts to make...
Law360, London: Musicians may sample other works in their songs without explicit permission from the original creator in certain circumstances, the...
A round-up of EU financial services developments....
The European Parliament’s Environment, Climate and Food Safety Committee and Internal Market and Consumer Protection Committee have adopted a report...
HarmonisationDefinition of harmonisationHarmonisation, also known as standardisation or approximation, refers to the determination of EU-wide legally...
Indirect effect of EU lawWhat is indirect effect of EU law?The doctrine of indirect effect, or consistent interpretation, is a duty that national...
The EU Commercial Agents DirectiveThis Practice Note considers Council Directive 86/653/EEC (OJ L 382/17), the EU Commercial Agents Directive. It...
Infringement proceedings against EU Member StatesUnder Article 17(1) of the Treaty on European Union (TEU), one of the European Commission’s core...
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
Can shares in a limited company that have not been paid-up at all be cancelled?A limited company having a share capital may not alter that share capital, except in the ways listed in section 617 of the Companies Act 2006 (CA 2006). Shares in a company cannot simply be cancelled without following an
Glossary—Latin legal termsDespite attempts in recent years to simplify the language used in legal cases, there are still a number of Latin phrases commonly used in personal injury claims. The following Latin phrases are listed in alphabetical order:Latin
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