Insights: Results

Religious Symbols in the Workplace: Recent Decisions of the Court of Justice of the European Union

by Pascale Lagesse

Is it discrimination for a workplace to ban employees from display political, philosophical, and religious symbols in the work environment?

The European Regulation on Data Protection and Brexit

by Anna Viladàs Jené

After many years of negotiations, on 27 April 2016, the European Regulation concerning the protection of individuals in respect of the processing of personal data and the free movement of this data (hereafter, “the Regulation”), has finally seen the light of day.

The Carbon Conundrum

by Martin Hamer

Companies that trade internationally might soon face a “carbon tariff” when importing certain goods into the European Union. Why is the EU doing this—and how will it affect world trade?

New European Unitary Patent Is Not-So-Wonderful

by Michael B. Fein

If the European Parliament and the 25 participating states were trying to emulate a U.S. patent and replace the present Balkanized system wherein each state has its own patent granting authority and courts handling patent litigation, it has failed miserably.

Hollywood Union Strike Threat is Playing Out Under Different Environment

by John Ettorre

Workers in Hollywood are threatening to strike if a deal with studios cannot be reached.

The Burden of Substantiation and Proof in Continental European Civil Procedure and the Taking of Evidence in International Arbitration

by Dr. Wolfgang Kühn and Katharina Walter

Civil procedures in Germany are governed by the principles of factual substantiation and burden of proof.

United We Stand—But Lawfully

by Henry Skene and Mitchell Brennan

Reshaping the boundaries of trade union conduct: recent Australian developments.

It's Cheaper, But What's the Cost? - Uber and the Sharing Model

by Sean T. Mcgee and Alison McEwen

Union-side counsel provides information about the safety of Uber.

A Line in the Sand

by Susan H. Abramovitch and Phedely Artiste

Norway’s Beach Handball Team Fined for Defying Bikini Dress Code at European Championship

An Interview With Bastian Finkel of BLD Bach Langheid Dallmayr, Germany's 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" Winner in Insurance Law

by Best Lawyers

A look at the new European policies changing the insurance landscape in Germany.

Unpacking the 2019 Spanish General State Budget

by Mariano Roca López

A union between two left-wing parties in Spain has led to a new budget agreement that could raise personal and corporate income taxes.

Welcome to the Jungle: Trade Associations and Reportable Persuader Activity

by James J. Murphy

Many trade associations have little direct experience with union organizing and labor relations. When it comes to lobbying in Washington, D.C., however, trade associations know a thing or two about what it takes to be a successful persuader.

All Eyes on Italy

by Kate Rockwood

The country’s economic upheaval is grabbing headlines—and raising eyebrows—around the world. What comes next seems far from certain.

Good News for the Spanish Inheritance and Gift Tax

by Mariano Roca López

Changes made by the Spanish Supreme Court could mean enhanced tax benefits to citizens.

Shaping the Policy You Really Care About

by Best Lawyers

Attorney Manuel Lobato from the Spanish firm Bird & Bird discusses the firm's 2019 award, changes coming to privacy rights in the EU and Spain, and more.

Recent Case Law on Cross-Border Reorganizations

by Marie-Hélène Raffin

The Euro Park decision is bound to facilitate the application of the French favorable tax regime to cross border mergers and spin-offs.