In brief A bill partially amending the Act Against Delay in Payment of Subcontract Proceeds, etc. to Subcontractors (“Subcontract Act“) and the Act on the Promotion of Subcontracting Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (collectively, Amendment to the Subcontract Act, etc.) was
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Global Class & Collective Actions, published by Baker McKenzie, focuses on legal developments and strategic considerations in class and collective litigation worldwide. The blog covers topics such as jurisdictional challenges, arbitration versus court proceedings, procedural reforms in various countries, and the impact of international commercial courts on dispute resolution. It also addresses issues related to competition law class actions, sovereign immunity in cross-border disputes, and evolving court systems affecting collective litigation. The content is aimed at providing insights into managing complex multi-jurisdictional class actions and collective claims in diverse legal environments.
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Germany: Milestone Decision Gives a Tailwind to Climate Lawsuits against Companies
In brief After nearly 10 years of litigation, the Higher Regional Court of Hamm in Germany decided against Saúl Luciano Lliuya, the Peruvian farmer who – supported by the NGO Germanwatch – had sued the German energy company RWE AG…
United States: Practical takeaways from Recent US administration actions on FCPA enforcement
In brief On February 10, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order (“Order“) directing a 6-month moratorium on the enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), while the Attorney General revises Department of Justice (DOJ) policies and guidelines…
United States: Navigating Global Trade Uncertainty: Force Majeure and Doctrines That May Excuse Contractual Performance
In brief Following President Trump’s extensive new import tariffs, many companies are grappling with increased costs and supply chain uncertainty. What happens when a deal becomes financially unsustainable due to government-imposed trade restrictions? Companies should consider the force majeure and…