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Feb 12, 2026

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UK Supreme Court Clarifies Termination Rights in Providence Building Services v Hexagon

The UK Supreme Court rules in Providence v Hexagon (2026). Discover why "repeated defaults" in JCT contracts require an accrued right to terminate and what this means for the "nuclear option" of project termination.

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Feb 12, 2026

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European Commission Proposes Cybersecurity Act 2 (CSA2)

The EU Commission has proposed the Cybersecurity Act 2 (CSA2) to replace the 2019 framework. Discover how this 2026 regulation introduces mandatory supply chain risk assessments and empowers ENISA to secure critical ICT assets.

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Feb 12, 2026

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Singapore International Commercial Court Upholds GreenX Metals Award Against Poland

The SICC has dismissed Poland’s attempt to set aside the GreenX Metals arbitral award. Explore this landmark 2026 ruling on the conflict between EU law and international treaties like the ECT and BIT.

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Feb 12, 2026

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South Korea Enforces "K-Pop Prevention of Unfair Practices" Standard Contracts

South Korea’s MCST has enforced landmark K-pop contract reforms as of January 2026. Discover how new regulations tackle "slave contracts" through financial transparency, mental health support, and education protections for minors.

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Jan 23, 2026

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Lawzana Global Legal Update: January 2026

Global courts deliver landmark rulings on executive power, corruption, banking liability, human rights, climate law, and the rule of law across the US, Europe, Africa, and Asia.

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Jan 22, 2026

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NZ Supreme Court Rules Climate Impact Mandatory in Oil Tenders

The New Zealand Supreme Court has ruled that the government must consider climate change when awarding oil and gas exploration permits. Rejecting the argument that mining laws focus solely on economic benefits, the Court determined that the statutory mand

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Jan 21, 2026

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Russian Supreme Court Formally Voids ECHR Applicability, Cementing Legal Isolation

The Russian Supreme Court has officially annulled the legal force of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) within the domestic judicial system. Revoking a 2013 decree, the Court ordered judges to rely solely on the Russian Constitution and non-bi

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Jan 21, 2026

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CJEU Declares Polish Constitutional Tribunal Illegitimate in Historic Rule-of-Law Ruling

The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has ruled that the Polish Constitutional Tribunal is not an independent and impartial court, citing irregular judicial appointments. The CJEU condemned the Tribunal's 2021 decisions that challenged EU law

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Jan 21, 2026

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India Supreme Court Decouples Passport Renewal from Right to Travel

The Supreme Court of India has ruled that pending criminal proceedings are not sufficient grounds to deny a citizen a passport renewal. In Mahesh Kumar Agarwal v. Union of India, the Court distinguished between the right to possess a passport (identity) a

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Jan 16, 2026

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Japan Supreme Court Finalizes Dentsu Conviction in Tokyo Olympics Bid-Rigging Scandal

The Supreme Court of Japan has dismissed the final appeal of Dentsu Group Inc., confirming its criminal conviction for bid-rigging related to the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. The Court upheld findings that Dentsu orchestrated a cartel to pre-determine winners for

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