Hong Kong Real Estate Finance and Covid 1921 April 2020
This article discusses potential issues with real estate financing documents in Hong Kong and provides practical guidance for borrowers and the lenders during COVID-19.
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COVID-19 and French public contracts16 April 2020
This briefing (in French) explores the orders issued by the French government providing exceptional and temporary measures to address COVID-19’s impact on the award and performance of public contracts.
Insolvency Law in the Spotlight: The UK response to the financial impact of COVID-1916 April 2020
This article comments on the UK Government’s proposals for wider insolvency reform and compares them to two proposals from the insolvency profession.
Court of Appeal upholds exception to “pay now, argue later” principle in adjudication enforcement15 April 2020
This briefing examines the English Court of Appeal’s decision in PBS Energo AS v Bester Generacion UK Limited, an important judgment on the approach to enforcement of adjudication awards.
What should UK construction sites do during Covid-19?14 April 2020
This note considers the various health and safety guidance and legal requirements that are specifically applicable to construction projects in the UK, and how they impact on the question of whether construction sites should shut down or not during the pandemic.
Impact of Covid‑19 on Dispute Resolution in Germany8 April 2020
The global spread of COVID-19 has a major impact on dispute resolution in Germany in relation to pre-litigation concerns and dispute prevention, as well as the practicality of conducting disputes in front of state courts and arbitral tribunals.
COVID-19 Aviation Restructuring Report6 April 2020
Airlines across the globe are fighting for their survival in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis. In our new report, we examine the challenges to the aviation industry and consider the options available, including repossession, restructuring and State Aid.
Suspension of wrongful trading in light of COVID-196 April 2020
Our authors explore the UK Government’s planned suspension of directors’ personal liability for wrongful trading rules during the COVID-19 pandemic.
UK planning system adjusts to COVID-196 April 2020
This article provides an update on the steps taken so far to address the ongoing planning challenges arising as a result of Covid-19 in the UK.
Construction operations or non-construction operations? That is the question2 April 2020
In this article we discuss a recent decision on payment notices issued in relation to construction contracts which do not distinguish between construction and non-construction operations.
The consequences of COVID-19 on contractual relations in Greek Law: a brief guide31 March 2020
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
COVID 19 – What should we do now?26 March 2020
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.
