Laos’ Quest For Innovation: A New Intellectual Property Framework

Laos’ Quest For Innovation: A New Intellectual Property Framework Introduction The Lao Ministry of Industry and Commerce is developing a new National Intellectual Property Strategy to foster innovation, creativity, and economic growth. This comprehensive strategy aims to empower the Lao people to transform their ideas into valuable products and services, aligning with the country’s broader

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Navigating The New Paradigm Insights Into RBI’s Project Finance Directions, 2025

Navigating The New Paradigm Insights Into RBI’s Project Finance Directions, 2025 The Directions are set to fundamentally reshape project finance in India, impacting regulated entities, developers, investors, and the broader financial sector Project financing in India has been significantly reformed with the Reserve Bank of India (Project Finance) Directions, 2025 (“Directions”), effective from October 1,

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Valuing Global Legal Entities

Valuing Global Legal Entities The valuation process should utilize a bottom-up, discounted cash flow (DCF) methodology, where each entity’s financial performance, risk profile, market position, intellectual property (IP) and other relevant intangible asset rights, and strategic relevance are meticulously analyzed to estimate its fair market value. In this article, we delve into the intricacies of

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Can Courts Direct Retrospective Correction of Legislative Mistakes?

In a constitutional democracy governed by the separation of powers, the boundaries between legislation, execution, and adjudication are sacrosanct. Courts exist to interpret and apply laws, not to legislate. However, disputes often arise when litigants seek judicial intervention to rectify what they consider to be legislative or clerical “mistakes.” The Bombay High Court in Aarti

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Can Sending Abusive Texts Alone Be Considered Stalking?

Stalking is a serious offence under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Information Technology (IT) Act. With the digital era transforming interpersonal relationships, courts are increasingly faced with cases involving virtual harassment, such as repeated text messages, emails, and social media surveillance. But a nuanced legal question arises: Is sending abusive or threatening messages

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Gibson Dunn Advised J.P. Morgan On €1 Billion And $2.2 Billion Notes For Skechers Acquisition

Gibson Dunn advised J.P. Morgan on €1 billion and $2.2 billion notes for Skechers acquisition Gibson Dunn advised J.P. Morgan and other initial purchasers on the offering of euro- and dollar-denominated senior notes by Beach Acquisition Bidco, LLC, an affiliate of 3G Capital Partners L.P., in connection with 3G Capital’s previously announced acquisition of Skechers

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Buchanan Advised Grand View Health On Member Substitution With St. Luke’s University Health Network

Buchanan advised Grand View Health on member substitution with St. Luke’s University Health Network Buchanan advised Grand View Health as lead transaction and regulatory counsel on its member substitution transaction with St. Luke’s University Health Network. The arrangement strengthens Grand View Health’s position by joining a leading regional healthcare network. The Buchanan team was led

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