The Coronavirus and airline liability: what has changed since SARS?22 January 2020
In this article, we consider the similarities to the response to SARS and how the issues in relation to and threats from coronavirus differ from SARS.
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Commercial Disputes Weekly – Issue 1321 January 2020
This week we cover an important decision on the limits of the court’s powers in support of arbitration, and cases which highlight the risks of pleading fraud or failing to fully comply with court orders.
No withdrawal from time charter under BIMCO Non-Payment of Hire Clause for previous unpaid hire instalments21 January 2020
In this article, we discuss the Commercial Court decision in The Caravos Liberty.
Ethical Veganism akin to religion in the UK after landmark ruling17 January 2020
The Employment Tribunal held in Casamitjana Costa v The League Against Cruel Sports that ethical veganism can be a philosophical belief capable of protection under the Equality Act 2010 – what does this mean for employers?
WFW advises Sonnedix on 38.2 MW photovoltaic portfolio acquisitions15 January 2020
Sonnedix is a leading global independent solar power producer, with a 1.8 GW portfolio of projects worldwide, both operational and under development.
MAIB reports – can they be used in maritime arbitration or court disputes?15 January 2020
In this article we discuss how the English High Court recently clarified how UK Department of Transport Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) reports may be used in maritime disputes.
Thailand: Multimodal transport of goods involving carriage by air or sea14 January 2020
In this article, we consider how the enactment of the Multimodal Transport Act (2005) has impacted air and ocean carriers and freight forwarders, how the law has been applied and interpreted, and what lessons have been learnt.
WFW advises Genneia on ECA-backed Argentine wind farm financing14 January 2020
This is Genneia’s first corporate project to receive direct ECA support and enhances its ability obtain alternative sources of high-quality, stable financing in an uncertain economic climate.
New London Maritime Disputes hire brings a sea of knowledge14 January 2020
David’s recruitment is key to WFW’s global maritime Dispute Resolution strategy and he will be working closely with the firm’s Athens office on owner, P&I and collision matters.
Commercial Disputes Weekly – Issue 1214 January 2020
This week we cover a case on the use of anti-suit injunctions to protect English seated arbitrations, when you can rely on another person’s privilege, and the importance of full and frank disclosure in applications for permission to serve out.
Singapore Partner Goh Mei Lin wins prestigious shipping award10 January 2020
Thr Euromoney Legal Media Group Asia Women in Business Law Awards bring together the best female lawyers from across the region to celebrate the advancements of women in the legal profession.
WFW advises DIF Capital Partners on project finance aspects of its acquisition of Uruguayan onshore wind farm9 January 2020
This is DIF’s first renewable energy project in South America, following the recent opening of its new office in Santiago, Chile.
