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Since 1 July more options for having a foundation’s trustee discharged by the court

Until recently, it was relatively difficult to remove a trustee in the event of mismanagement at a foundation. The parties involved could ap ...

When interpreting a contract, the ‘actual intention’ of the parties is what matters

In a recent ruling, the Court of Appeal in Amsterdam held that the actual intention of the parties in concluding an agreement should be take ...

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The significance of shootout clauses in Agreements

In a ruling of the Enterprise Court, a stakeholder requested the insertion ...

Surrender of TV shows’ hidden camera footage or protection on account of freedom of the press?

The Television show Radar used a hidden camera to scrutinise a telecom pro ...

Selling Shares that are subject to attachment? It is not all that simple!

Although shares subject to attachment seem safe, realising the attached shares i ...

Why are lawyers obliged to establish the identity of new clients?

Like all lawyers registered, Office Hong Kong is obliged to esta ...

Enterprise Division: The right of investigation is not intended for claims disputes!

Shareholders and other parties entitled to an investigation may arrange for the ...

Can Casting agency Kemna Casting get rid of shareholder Job Gosschalk?

The Casting agency Kemna Casting wants to break all ties with Job Gosschal ...

Does a claim against a company that ceased to exist after liquidation become time-barred?

The Supreme Court clarified in a recent ruling whether and, if so, when a ...

Golfer hits player’s head with golf ball: liable or own risk?

On the face of it, golf may seem less dangerous than, say, football, but accordi ...