Saudi Arabia’s business landscape is experiencing an unprecedented boom, with commercial company registrations soaring by 68% in just 20 months. The surge follows the implementation of a groundbreaking new Companies Law in January 2023, which has drastically streamlined business operations and fueled economic growth. By the end of Q3 2024, the number of registered companies …
In a decisive move to safeguard national and cultural identity, Saudi Arabia has issued a sweeping ban on the commercial use of symbols and logos tied to countries, as well as religious and sectarian emblems. The directive, introduced by Commerce Minister Dr. Majed Al-Qasabi, aims to curb exploitation and uphold respect for these symbols. Under …
Saudi Arabia Declares Crackdown on Unauthorized Symbol Use in Commerce Read More »
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has long been known for its rigid stance on “bona fide inadvertent errors,” a designation that exempts taxpayers from harsh understatement penalties ranging from 10% to a staggering 200% of tax shortfalls. However, recent rulings by South Africa’s highest courts have shifted the landscape, offering clarity and a measure …
South Africa’s Tax Showdown: How the Constitutional Court Redefined Penalty Rules Read More »
Harare faces a looming showdown as the city council prepares to demolish 5,000 homes deemed illegally constructed on land reserved for public services. The move, described as a measure to restore order, has sparked heated disagreements between city officials and the national government. The targeted properties, primarily in high-density suburbs like Kuwadzana, Budiriro, Glen View, …
Harare’s Urban Rift: City Council Battles Over Illegal Homes Read More »
California’s State Bar is pushing a bold initiative to give attorneys a second chance by wiping disciplinary records clean after eight years, provided they’ve maintained a spotless record since. This proposal, now awaiting approval from the California Supreme Court, aims to balance public transparency with fairness and redemption opportunities. The move stems from longstanding concerns …
California Considers Fresh Start for Disciplined Attorneys Read More »
Kathi Vidal, the outgoing director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), is set to rejoin Winston & Strawn, her former law firm, as a partner and executive committee member. Her return on December 16 follows a transformative tenure at the USPTO, where she spearheaded significant initiatives addressing artificial intelligence, international intellectual property (IP) …
A critical meeting of the U.S. House Ethics Committee is set for Wednesday, potentially determining the future of Matt Gaetz, recently nominated by President-elect Donald Trump for attorney general. Gaetz, who resigned his House seat just hours before the nomination was announced, is under scrutiny for allegations of sexual misconduct and drug use—claims he has …
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In a closely watched legal battle, Amazon and SpaceX may have overstepped in their effort to challenge the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), as a U.S. appeals court panel on Monday signaled skepticism about the timing of their actions. The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans examined whether the two companies prematurely escalated …
Corporate Titans Face Judicial Setback in Clash Over Labor Board Authority Read More »
Once a rarity in law schools, women are now reshaping the legal profession in profound ways. Back in 1970, they made up a mere 9% of law students. Fast forward to today, and women comprise 56% of students in American Bar Association (ABA)-accredited law schools, with 65,000 pursuing juris doctor degrees compared to 50,000 men …
A Rising Tide: Women Redefine the Legal Landscape Read More »
New York prosecutors are poised to decide how to navigate a complex legal dilemma: the sentencing of President-elect Donald Trump following his hush money conviction, a case entangled in both legal precedent and political implications. Where Things Stand Trump, now 78, was convicted in May for falsifying business records linked to a $130,000 payment made …
Trump’s Hush Money Conviction: What Comes Next for the President-Elect? Read More »
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