July 8, 2024

Landmark Ontario Superior Court of Justice Ruling on Arbitration Agreements and Unforeseeable Ground Conditions in Construction (CCDC)

Landmark Ontario Superior Court of Justice Ruling on Arbitration Agreements and Unforeseeable Ground Conditions in Construction (CCDC)

Toronto /

The recent decision in The Trustees of the Knox Presbyterian Church Manotick v. Oakwood Designers & Builders Inc. issued by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice on 10 June 2024 provides a compelling examination of arbitration agreements and the interpretation of construction contracts. Justice Corthorn’s ruling addressed critical issues related to dispute resolution methods, the […]

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Understanding Tax Group Liability: Key Lessons from Recent Dubai Court Cases

Understanding Tax Group Liability: Key Lessons from Recent Dubai Court Cases

Abu Dhabi /

  In recent years, the intricacies of liability among members of tax groups have become increasingly relevant in commercial dealings. Several judgments from the Dubai Courts provide profound insights into this subject, highlighting the nuanced interpretations and applications of the law. This article delves into three pivotal cases, underscoring the complexities of liability within tax

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Abu Dhabi Court's Landmark Decision: No Tax Invoice

Abu Dhabi Court’s Landmark Decision: No Tax Invoice, No Tax Claim

Abu Dhabi /

  The ruling No. 229 of 2024 by the Court of Cassation in Abu Dhabi on 04 April 2024 sets a new precedent regarding the necessity for taxpayers to provide tax invoices to claim tax debts from debtors. This judgment underscores the importance of adhering to formal documentation requirements in tax matters, ensuring that taxpayers

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DIFC Court of Appeal Affirms Enforceability of Foreign Interim Arbitral Awards (Neal v Nadir)

DIFC Court of Appeal Affirms Enforceability of Foreign Interim Arbitral Awards (Neal v Nadir)

Abu Dhabi /

  First published on LexisNexis on 04 June 2024 at: https://www.lexisnexis.co.uk/legal/news/difc-court-of-appeal-affirms-enforceability-of-foreign-interim-arbitral-awards-neal-v-nadir Mini-summary In the case of Neal v Nadir [2024] DIFC A 001, the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Court of Appeal upheld the enforceability of foreign interim arbitral awards, reinforcing the DIFC’s commitment to arbitration and international legal standards. The court held that interim

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