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Property update January 2012: landlord and tenant issues; easements; contracts; carbon reduction
This update from Wragge & Co provides a round-up of all the latest property law news. Included are commentary on the issues raised and any action points organisations need to take. Areas covered include landlord and tennant issues, easements, binding contracts and the Carbon Reduction Commitment.
Law Firm: Wragge & Co | Published: 26 January 2012 | Practice Area: Landlord and Tenant
Supercali-fragilistic-expialidocious, occupiers’ liability can be something quite atrocious
The recent case of Ruth Geary, who took the decision to slide down a banister in a manner similar to that of Mary Poppins, and the ensuing claim made by her against the owner of the building, acts as a useful reminder to all landowners to be aware of their liability to visitors.
Law Firm: Collas Crill | Published: 14 November 2011 | Practice Area: Statutory Duty and Liability
International construction update: building in China; UK Bribery Act; international standards v local laws
The new quarterly newsletter from Vinson & Elkins offers a broad selection of articles about construction issues around the world. This edition takes a detailed look at understanding English contract law; legal considerations of building in China; the costs of the UK Bribery Act; and much more.
Law Firm: Vinson & Elkins | Published: 04 November 2011 | Practice Area: Construction
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More by accident than design: liability in build contracts
The design and build contract is possibly the most popular model for procuring works, but what exactly does this mean in terms of the contractor’s design liability? This briefing looks at how the positions adopted across standard contracts and common bespoke drafting are far from uniform.
Law Firm: Eversheds | Published: 19 September 2011 | Practice Area: Statutory Duty and Liability
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A win for the landlords: Courts decide there's no escape for guarantors
Following the decision in Good Harvest Partnership LLP v Centaur Services Limited, landlords can no longer call on a former tenant's guarantor to fulfil its obligations under an AGA. This briefing looks at the background to this decision and what it means for both landlords and tenants.
Law Firm: Travers Smith | Published: 03 August 2011 | Practice Area: Landlord and Tenant
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Legal Week Web Seminar: Setting the scene on e-Discovery
This webinar, supported by Symantec, highlights the legal e-discovery landscape, utilizing data and opinion from a recent survey of over 5,000 lawyers across 10 countries. The expert panel offers practical advice and guidance on developing and implementing well considered strategies.
Law Firm: Symantec | Published: 26 July 2011 | Practice Area: Litigation
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Dispute resolution clauses: mitigating the fallout
Often the first time parties look at dispute resolution clauses is when the relationship has deteriorated beyond repair. This briefing from Wragge & Co answers questions including: What is appropriate dispute resolution? How long can it take? And am I bound by the decision?
Law Firm: Wragge & Co | Published: 06 July 2011 | Practice Area: Litigation
Getting across the line - when can an employer dismiss an employee fairly?
A worker who dressed as a snail to crawl the London marathon was reportedly sacked for failing to raise enough money. Although this seems like a harsh response, it is not a foregone conclusion that he would win a claim of unfair dismissal. Shoosmiths considers the requirements for a fair dismissal.
Law Firm: Shoosmiths | Published: 21 June 2011 | Practice Area: Contract of Employment and Statutory rights
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Let's settle this once and for all - Part 36 V Calderbank offers
It is easy to feel on the edge of an abyss when a claim form listing your company as a defendant arrives on your doorstep or if you believe an existing dispute has to go through the courts in order to reach a conclusion. This briefing from Shoosmiths identifies two key escape routes to settle cases
Law Firm: Shoosmiths | Published: 16 June 2011 | Practice Area: Litigation
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Force majeure - commercial aftershocks of the Japanese earthquake
The Japanese earthquake and tsunami was a disaster of Biblical proportions. The 9.0 magnitude earthquake is the largest in Japan since modern instrumental recordings began 130 years ago. In this briefing, Paul Hastings looks at the commercial fall out and the long-term impact for the country.
Law Firm: Paul Hastings | Published: 15 June 2011 | Practice Area: Litigation
Rating: 5 people found this useful
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