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Has the scope of the "ownership and control" test in relation to sanctions changed?
02 Nov 2023
On 6 October 2023, the Court of Appeal issued its judgment on Boris Mints & others v PJSC National Bank Trust & PJSC Bank Okritie Financial Corporation. This judgment explores whether a designated person can pursue litigation under the UK sanctions regime relating to Russia. Whilst it was not necessary for the Court of Appeal to determine the issue of when a designed person is considered to "control" an entity in this case, it did consider this issue and its comments have potentially wide ranging application for the scope of sanctions.
Alternative Dispute Resolution in the employment tribunal
01 Nov 2023
The President of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales) issued new Presidential Guidance on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in July 2023. The Guidance outlines four types of ADR that are available to help parties resolve their cases amicably: ACAS conciliation, judicial mediation, judicial assessment, and dispute resolution appointments. This article looks at the four approaches employment tribunals may use to encourage parties to resolve their dispute by agreement.
Cracking the US market – key considerations and strategies
31 Oct 2023
The United States offers a vast and diverse market for UK businesses looking to expand their operations.
Favourable currency exchange rates are making goods and services from the UK even more attractive. However, navigating the complex regulatory landscape and choosing the right entry point or location to set up shop can be overwhelming.
Womble Bond Dickinson's (WBD) Growing Global series offers insights and practical legal guidance for business leaders navigating global business challenges.
Favourable currency exchange rates are making goods and services from the UK even more attractive. However, navigating the complex regulatory landscape and choosing the right entry point or location to set up shop can be overwhelming.
Womble Bond Dickinson's (WBD) Growing Global series offers insights and practical legal guidance for business leaders navigating global business challenges.
Authorised Push Payment Fraud podcast series: Philipp v Barclays Bank
04 Oct 2023
In our fourth and final episode of our Authorised Push Payment Fraud podcast series, hosts Rashmita Roy Chowdhury and Samantha Bryant discuss the Supreme Court's judgment in the case of Philipp v Barclays Bank, providing some key takeaways and practical tips.
Settling well – top tips for settlement agreements
25 Aug 2023
You know how it is. A construction project, a major disagreement, a claim. Court proceedings may have been started. But you've been commercial and continued to talk over the fence with the company you're in dispute with, and then, "success" … you reach an agreement to settle the dispute.
Spotlight Series: Amy Prime, E-Discovery Lawyer, Womble Bond Dickinson
17 Jul 2023
Amy has experience in a broad range of contentious matters ranging from the defence of a class action, oil and gas disputes, commercial contracts and advising on data protection breaches.
The Supreme Court hands down its judgment in Philipp v Barclays Bank UK PLC [2023] UKSC 25
13 Jul 2023
It's out! The Supreme Court has handed down its keenly awaited judgment on whether banks owe a Quincecare duty not to carry out a customer's instructions in cases of suspected fraud. Our previous article on this case can be found here. The Supreme Court has unanimously overturned the Court of Appeal's ruling and has stated that a bank's Quincecare duty is not extended in cases where a customer themselves has authorised a transfer, even if the customer was unaware that a fraud was being perpetrated upon them.
Listen to Quincecare case overview in latest Authorised Push Payment Fraud podcast series
19 Jun 2023
Episode three of the Authorised Push Payment Fraud podcast series focuses on Stanford International Bank vs HSBC, where the Courts ruled that there was no basis for a Quincecare claim.
Green claims: beware of watchdogs
16 Jun 2023
Consumers are at the heart of the net zero transition. From installing solar panels and cycling to work to investing into sustainable pension funds, consumers are bombarded with choices for products and services that claim to be sustainable. But are they really? Greenwashing through advertising has been just one of the hot topics over the past several months.
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