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Fried Frank Harris Shriver & Jacobson LLP | USA | 17 May 2023
SEC Commissioner Uyeda Warns of SEC's Expanding Jurisdiction
SEC Commissioner Mark T. Uyeda urged the SEC not to seek to expand its authority over foreign entities. In an address before the Managed Funds…
Fasken | Canada | 20 Apr 2023
Ontario Court of Appeal Splits on Application of Test for Jurisdiction in Italian Water Taxi Case
Canadian Courts have jurisdiction over out-of-province or out-of-country defendants where there is a “real and substantial connection” between the…
Arnon, Tadmor-Levy | Israel | 18 Apr 2023
Guide to litigation in Israel: Israeli legal system and service of process
As Israeli litigation involving global corporations becomes more prominent than ever, becoming acquainted with litigation practices could prove advantageous for companies involved in, or looking to enter, the market. This article outlines the structure of Israeli courts and their jurisdiction and extraterritorial services of process.
RPC | United Kingdom | 4 Apr 2023
Where did the damage occur? Court of Appeal dismisses jurisdiction challenge appeal in $495 million claim against UBS
The Court of Appeal upheld Cockerill J's decision to dismiss Union Bank of Switzerland's challenge to the jurisdiction of the English courts over claims worth $495 million The Court of Appeal's decision represents a resounding endorsement of Cockerill J's application of articles 5(3) and 5(5) of Lugano II in this case. It reinforces the view that, in disputes relating to complex international......
SCC Arbitration Institute | European Union, Global, Sweden | 3 Apr 2023
SCC Practice Note: Prima Facie Jurisdiction between 2013-2023
The SCC Arbitration Institute publishes a new practice note focusing on the decisions on prima facie jurisdiction issued by the SCC between 2013 and…
Lee and Li Attorneys at Law | Taiwan | 27 Mar 2023
Legislative Yuan passes amendment to Intellectual Property Case Adjudication Act
Taiwan's Legislative Yuan has passed an amendment to the Intellectual Property Case Adjudication Act. The amendment has an extremely wide scope and represents the most significant revision to the Act since its implementation more than 14 years ago. It aims to establish an IP litigation system that is more professional, effective and in line with international trends. This article summarises......
Mourant | Jersey | 22 Mar 2023
Should English Courts be the jurisdiction for Jersey JCT building contract disputes?
It's not often that the Jersey Court hears a dispute relating to a building contract, but an interesting case came before it recently, brought by…
DLA Piper | United Kingdom | 27 Feb 2023
Governing law and jurisdiction clauses: the importance of clear drafting
Governing law and jurisdiction clauses: the importance of clear drafting In Al Mana Lifestyle Trading LLC and others v United Fidelity Insurance…
Pinsent Masons | United Kingdom | 27 Feb 2023
Is the UK targeted? High Court clarifies approach to IP infringements on internet platforms
The judgment in Entertainment One UK Ltd & Anor v Sconnect Co Ltd & Ors considered a highly relevant question in the modern digital age: are the English courts the appropriate forum to decide on a dispute involving alleged IP infringements on globally accessible internet platforms and websites? The judgment helpfully clarified the law of targeting.
RPC | United Kingdom | 21 Feb 2023
High Court favours English jurisdiction in bribery claim brought by Kuwaiti pension fund
A recent High Court case illustrates the resurrected relevance of the forum non conveniens test in jurisdictional challenges in the post-Brexit era. Parties wishing to challenge the jurisdiction of the English court must present a compelling argument that another jurisdiction is clearly the most appropriate forum. It will not be sufficient for there to be isolated factors that support the......
