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Explicit IP Transfer is Mandatory: Under Philippine law, intellectual property rights do not automatically transfer to the client in all "work-for-hire" scenarios; the contract must contain express assignment language. DPA...

Commercial contract termination in Malaysia is governed by the Contracts Act 1950 and established common law principles. Only a breach of a "condition" or a fundamental "innominate term" typically grants...

The Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP Act) applies to all digital personal data processed within India and data processed outside India if it relates to offering goods or services...

Anti-dumping and countervailing duties are governed by the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA), which aims to protect Canadian manufacturers from unfair foreign pricing. Two distinct government bodies oversee these cases:...

Italian agency law is highly protective of the agent, and many statutory protections cannot be waived by contract, even if both parties agree. Termination of an agency agreement almost always...

Foreign investors must obtain a Greek Tax Identification Number (AFM) before any financial transaction or property reservation can occur. Mandatory legal due diligence requires a minimum 20-year title history check...

The Netherlands is a primary gateway for European IP protection, offering access to the Unified Patent Court (UPC) and the Benelux Office for Intellectual Property (BOIP). Tech companies can reduce...

The S.r.l. (Società a responsabilità limitata) is the most flexible and popular corporate structure for foreign investors entering the Italian market. An Italian Notary Public is legally required to oversee...

Choosing a foreign "Seat" for arbitration allows global SaaS vendors to apply non-Indian procedural laws, though Indian courts can still grant interim relief unless specifically excluded. Institutional arbitration (e.g., SIAC...

Business rescue is a formal rehabilitation process designed to save "financially distressed" companies from liquidation. A general moratorium is triggered immediately, providing legal protection against creditor claims and asset seizures....

The 2026 Sunset: On January 1, 2026, federal estate tax exemptions are scheduled to drop by nearly 50 percent, making proactive planning essential for Florida property owners. Probate Avoidance: Florida...

Lower Intervention Thresholds: The Competition Bureau can now challenge mergers that significantly lessen competition even if they do not create a total monopoly. Global Revenue Penalties: Violations may result in...

Foreign investors must obtain an Investment Registration Certificate (IRC) before applying for an Enterprise Registration Certificate (ERC) to legally operate. Vietnam follows a "Negative List" approach, meaning any sector not...

Jurisdiction is determined by "habitual residence" or "domicile," meaning you do not need to be a British citizen to divorce in England or Wales. The UK court views all global...

Foreign investors must register their business with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) before commencing operations. The minimum issued share capital for any Nigerian...

Foreign corporations must file their General Information Sheet (GIS) with the SEC within 30 days of their annual meeting or the anniversary of their license issuance. Maintaining a local Resident...

You must submit unfair dismissal claims to the Fair Work Commission within 21 days of your termination date. Employees have a legal right to request flexible or remote work arrangements...

Legal Foundation: All commercial contracts in Malaysia are primarily governed by the Contracts Act 1950, which requires offer, acceptance, consideration, and the intention to create legal relations. Stamp Duty is...

All legal entities registered in Greece must identify and register their Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs) in the Central Register of Beneficial Owners (K.M.P.O.). A Beneficial Owner is defined as any...

California law generally provides a four-year statute of limitations for written contract breaches and a two-year limit for oral agreements. Proving a breach requires demonstrating a valid contract, your performance,...