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Dispute resolution

Conflicts of interest in international arbitration: updates to the IBA Guidelines

The International Bar Association proposes updating the Guidelines on Conflicts of Interest in International Arbitration for the first time in
Dispute resolution

English litigation toolkit: how a typical English High Court contractual claim is dealt with

Osborne Clarke's litigation toolkit includes timescale, cost, proving the case, enforcement, settlement and considers the advantages of English law and
Dispute resolution

UK government introduces bill to reverse the effect of Paccar

The future looks bright for litigation funding in England and Wales
Future-proofing supply chains

UK and global cyber threats require robust supply chain risk management

New cyber security legislation has reinforced the protection of organisations and the need to reassess strategies
Managing greenwashing risk

UK FCA confirms final guidance to accompany anti-greenwashing rule

Firms should review all communications that refer to the sustainability characteristics of products and services
Corporate

Belgium's new Civil Code introduces new extracontractual liability for auxiliary persons

Businesses will need to address their liability concerns around auxiliary persons, including directors and employees
Regulatory Outlook

Bribery, fraud and anti-money laundering | UK Regulatory Outlook April 2024

Financial Conduct Authority 2024/2025 Business Plan | Delegated regulation amending list of high-risk third countries under MLD4
Dispute resolution

UK Litigation Brief | April 2024

Welcome to the latest edition of Osborne Clarke's Litigation Brief
ESG, sustainability and responsible business

EU strengthens its arsenal in fight against environmental crime

Revised legislation brings in 'qualified' offences to criminalise serious environmental damage and replaces the 2008 law
Real estate

English County Court rules against landlord opposing statutory renewal lease on 'ground f'

A tenant can temporarily vacate part of the premises affected by the works to defeat a landlord's opposition
Dispute resolution

English High Court considers 'balance of convenience' in Sparta damages ruling

The decision demonstrates how disputes about restrictive covenants are highly fact sensitive and evidence based
Regulatory and compliance

European Parliament formally adopts Product Liability Directive

What changes and practical actions should businesses be considering?