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To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. The Cantonal Tax Office of Zurich is creating more flexibility for tax-exempt foundations in connection with foreign activities, impact investments, and the compensation of foundation bodies. In connection with the goal set by the Government Council of the Canton…
(Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images) Just when we thought Donald Trump had a bond in place to prevent NY from having to start seizing assets, the government is asking questions about whether or not this bond really has anything behind it. These are probably just a string of clerical errors that Trump can quickly resolve….
“Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, the evidence will show that…” Many a trial attorney has opened a trial by addressing the jury with words to this effect. But what exactly will the evidence show? The answer to that question depends not just on the facts of the case, but on the exact evidence that…
To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. Convertible loans have long been a flexible and popular tool for investing in early-stage companies (start-ups). In this article, we explore how convertible loans work, highlight their advantages and disadvantages compared to equity financing, and address important considerations prior…
ASK THE AUTHOR By Ibrain Hernández Rangel on Apr 5, 2024 at 1:57 pm Former Justice Stephen Breyer speaks at a 2013 lecture sponsored by the Salzburg Global Seminar. (Salzburg Global Seminar via Flickr) With the publication of his latest book, Reading the Constitution: Why I Chose Pragmatism, Not Textualism, retired Justice Stephen Breyer talks…
Over the past decade, legal financing has evolved from a niche market into a significant industry, fueled by its growing popularity, innovative new players, and evolving regulatory frameworks. It has overcome initial hurdles and criticisms to become a vital strategic and financial tool for litigants and law firms. Currently, we are partnering with a leading…
To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. Article 30 of Trademark Law stipulates that “where a trademark application does not comply with the relevant provisions of this Law or is identical or similar to a registered or preliminarily approved mark used in connection with the same …
WHAT WE’RE READING By Ellena Erskine on Apr 5, 2024 at 10:16 am Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles, commentary, and other noteworthy links related to the Supreme Court. Here’s the Friday morning read: Recommended Citation: Ellena Erskine, The morning read for Friday, April 5, SCOTUSblog (Apr. 5, 2024, 10:16…
In this episode, I interview Erin Gordon, author of “Look What You Made Me Do,” a memoir exposing a toxic culture in a prominent law firm. Erin shares her experience of continuous micro-harassments, personal defamation, and inadequate work allocation, leading to extreme stress and impeding her professional growth. Despite having a strong legal case against…
Reuters reports that threats against federal judges have substantially increased over the last several years. Threats deemed “serious” by the U.S. Marshals Service rose from 179 incidents in 2019 to more than 450 in 2023. A majority of these threats seem to be motivated by politics and are coming from people without a direct connection…