Please find below a new selection of academic readings related to the European Convention on Human Rights and its Court: * Francesca Tammone, ‘Challenging Externalization by Means of Article 4 ECHR: Towards New Avenues of Litigation for Victims of Human Trafficking?’, Netherlands International Law Review (2024): ‘The externalization of migration control undermines the protection of victims…
In two previous blog posts (one here on this blog and an earlier one on EU Law Analysis) I pre-emptively commented on the possible legal construction of professional qualification recognition post-Brexit. Now that the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement has been published, it is appropriate to describe and critically reflect upon the actual legal construction…
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A recent social media trend that has exploded in the past couple years is the use of “short-form videos.” Short-form videos are short in length—typically ranging from a few seconds to a few minutes—and feature a wide variety of topics, including dancing, singing, eating, politics, and new product trends. Social media users typically create these…
In 2017, bottles of wine appeared in Liquor Control Board of Ontario (“LCBO”) stores, which displayed labels with “Product of Israel” as their Country of Origin. Some consumers took issue with this origin claim, though, as the wine came from the West Bank – a contested territory with a history of Palestinian existence. These consumers…
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Accidents can happen anywhere and at any time. Thankfully, New York employment laws cover you for any injuries that occur during your working hours. These laws are clear and straightforward on how compensation and recovery are handled in a workplace injury, but your options get more complicated if you’re injured outside of work. If you’ve…
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All throughout Northern California this winter, we have seen historic rainfall from Lake Tahoe to the low-lying coastal town of Santa Cruz south of the Bay Area. While we welcome the rain after some extensive droughts and dry weather, the conditions have caused a slew of issues for our landlord and seller clients. In this…
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Federal Gaming Regulatory Authority – the GCGRA Established in September 2023, the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) regulates all commercial gaming activities in the UAE. Notably, the GCGRA board is led by Jim Murren, former CEO of MGM Resorts International. The similarly qualified executive team is led by Kevin P. Mullally – an experienced…
The Process in Acquiring The Letters Testamentary in NY You might have received notice from the Office of the New York State Comptroller Unclaimed Funds about an entitlement to money from a deceased family member. Or, you may be trying to access a decedent’s bank account, or sell real estate in the late person’s name. …
Moments before former President Donald Trump took to the stage at a Montana rally this August, Celine Dion’s 1997 hit, “My Heart Will Go On,” blasted over the speakers while a clip appeared onscreen. It took less than 24 hours for the five-time Grammy winner’s team and Sony Music Entertainment Canada to issue a statement…
A section 48 Notice can be significant and important for both landlords and tenants of residential property thats rented under an Assured Shorthold Tenancy (‘AST’) in England and Wales. Ensuring proper issuance and understanding of this notice can prevent legal disputes and foster clear communication. We consider and tackle section 48 notices in the context…
