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The Insolvency & Corporate Governance Act 2020

The Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020 came into force at lightning speed on 26 June 2020

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Lord Chancellor announces appointment of Susan Humble to the TPC

West End Law firm, RIAA Barker Gillette, has today revealed regulatory partner Susan Humble's appointment as a Committee Member of the Tribunal Procedure Committee (TPC).

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WIPO PROOF

New protection for innovators through digital asset fingerprinting

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Data transfers: EU/US Privacy Shield shattered

On 16 July 2020, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) struck down the European Union (EU)/United States (US) Privacy Shield, which served as the mechanism for which EU citizens’ personal data could be shared with the US. Instead, companies must now use standard contractual clauses (SCCs).

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RIAA Barker Gillette UK strengthens its Regulatory Team

West End Law firm, RIAA Barker Gillette (UK), has today announced the appointment of partner Susan Humble strengthening its growing Regulatory practice.

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Contractually responsible behaviour during COVID-19

The Government has issued guidance advising people to act “responsibly and fairly” during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Checking your employment status

Checking your employment status and understanding it is essential, as it determines your legal rights, tax obligations, and benefits.

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What is the reasonableness test?

The Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977 (UCTA) protects consumers and parties with lesser bargaining power from unfair or unreasonable contractual provisions.

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Step-families and succession planning

With increasing rates of re-marriage and the resulting blended families, parents need to take action if they wish to protect children from a previous relationship's inheritance.

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How could your corporate commercial lawyer make or break your business?

Every good corporate commercial lawyer truly appreciates that your business is your legacy, not simply your job. Corporate lawyer Evangelos Kyveris looks at the essential qualities to look for when choosing a corporate commercial lawyer.

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The road ahead for Businesses

Corporate partner Victoria Holland looks at the road ahead for businesses.

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Financial planning for cohabiting couples

As of 2021, 3.6 million couples in the UK chose to cohabit rather than get married or enter a civil partnership.

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