Suspension of wrongful trading in light of COVID-19
Our authors explore the UK Government’s planned suspension of directors’ personal liability for wrongful trading rules during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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WFW advises Crédit Agricole on Fratelli Neri financing
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COVID-19: Issues under Shipping Contracts
In this article, we outline some of the key issues affecting a variety of shipping contracts in light of COVID-19.
The consequences of COVID-19 on contractual relations in Greek Law: a brief guide
This article examines whether the impact of COVID-19 pandemic may constitute a force majeure event under Greek law perspective and if so, how it may affect the performance of contractual obligations in the Greek jurisdiction
Update and Insights: UAE Financial Leasing Law
A summary of recent developments, and insights, in relation to the implementation of the UAE Federal Law No. (8) of 2018 on Finance Leases.
Update: Germany’s COVID-19 Financial Shield and changes to Civil and Insolvency Law
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Competition law and Covid-19 – All change or no change?
Covid-19 has created massive levels of activity by key competition authorities with contradictory effects – a huge opening up of State Aid, and a widening of potentially lawful cooperation between competitors, yet a stern warning about price-gouging and excessive pricing. This article provides a guide for business to current trends, and key compliance questions.
“Cura Italia” Decree: the main measures in the shipping industry
This article analyses the main measures taken by the Italian government to address the sudden reduction in maritime traffic related to the carriage of goods and passengers.
Maritime Disputes Newsletter – March 2020
Welcome to our maritime disputes newsletter – a new publication designed to help you get to grips with the latest developments in English maritime law.
COVID 19 – What should we do now?
We have formed a dedicated team to assist our clients worldwide to deal with any and all challenges faced by businesses affected by the government lockdowns.