Commercial Disputes Weekly – Issue 21610 September 2024
Back from our break, in this edition of Commercial Disputes Weekly we consider decisions on damages, termination, bribery, relief from forfeiture and set off.
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WFW enhances Athens maritime dispute offering with new partner hire2 September 2024
Natalie specialises in maritime law and has an emphasis on dispute resolution.
ESG in Aviation: brace for a hard landing?2 September 2024
The 30 July announcement by Air NZ that it was abandoning its 2030 emission reduction targets was met with surprise, questions and criticism.
Fraud: neither mindful nor demure30 August 2024
This article discusses the Singapore Court of Appeal’s recent decision to dismiss a claim against two banks for non-payment under letters of credit. This judgment provides commercial parties with further clarity on the fraud exception, in particular what will constitute a false representation under presenting documents.
How investors can protect their international projects from resource nationalism and windfall taxes1 August 2024
This article explores how properly structured projects can be protected by investment treaties against such risks.
Commercial Disputes Weekly – Issue 21530 July 2024
In this edition of Commercial Disputes Weekly, we consider whether a binding charter and guarantee resulted from an exchange of emails, as well as decisions on disclosure in foreign proceedings, abuse of process and interpretation of a settlement agreement.
Commercial Disputes Weekly – Issue 21423 July 2024
In this edition of Commercial Disputes Weekly, we look at two maritime judgments upholding letters of indemnity and ‘pay to be paid’ clauses, enforcement of an adjudication decision and a positive ending to the long-running Takhar claim.
Climate litigation: Key risks and liabilities for mining companies19 July 2024
What does the Verein KlimaSeniorinnen Schweiz and Others v. Switzerland decision mean for mining companies?
Commercial Disputes Weekly – Issue 21316 July 2024
In this edition of Commercial Disputes Weekly we consider the first decision by the Supreme Court on the meaning of “construction contract”, as well as judgments on agency, novation and interest provisions.
Can MOA buyers delay payment of a deposit by not providing KYC documents?15 July 2024
The practical and legal implications of the recent decision in King Crude Carriers SA & Ors v Ridgebury November LLC [2024] EWCA Civ 719.
WFW advises on the development financing of Smart Energies in Italy12 July 2024
These projects are part of Smart Energies’ strategy of stepping up investment and consolidating its position as a key player in Italy.
Jurisdiction Issues in Adjudication – Van Elle Ltd v Keynvor Morlift Ltd10 July 2024
This article examines the recent decision in Van Elle Ltd v Keynvor Morlift Ltd handed down by Mr Justice Stephen Davies.
