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Understanding Trademark Priority in Taiwan

To protect intellectual property globally, businesses are supposed to understand the importance of trademark priority, which significantly influences a trademark's standing in cases of disputes or claims.
The Dangers of Political Instability in Portugal

Portugal has recently faced a period of significant political instability, marked by frequent legislative elections that have hindered the government’s ability to implement long-term policies.
Uber Eats-Foodpanda Merger in Taiwan: What Will The Fair Trade Commission Consider?

An uproar in Taiwanese society followed soon after Uber Eats announced its intention to acquire Foodpanda.
Most Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Name Borrowing in Taiwan

In Taiwan, name borrowing is a prevalent practice where property ownership is registered under another person's name, allowing the actual owner to manage and use the property.
Taiwanese Competition Law Addresses Improper AI Application

This article will explore the unfair competition issues caused by the improper applications of AI from two aspects: "false advertisement" and "price discrimination" that AI may involve.
Federal Court Rules Paypal’S Contract Term Unfair: Key Takeaways & Implications For Business Contracts

In the recent decision of ASIC v PayPal Australia Pty Ltd, the Federal Court found that a provision in PayPal Australia Pty Ltd’s standard form contracts constituted an unfair contract term (UCT).
Common Considerations for Joint Venture in Taiwan

In Taiwan, neither the Taiwanese Civil Code nor other commercial laws explicitly define or regulate joint ventures. However, both the collaborations between local enterprises and multinational enterprises seeking local partners in Taiwan have a high demand for JV business models.
Lender Liability Claim Results in Sanctions Against Borrower’s Counsel

A creative attempt by a borrower to forestall foreclosure and recover damages against its lender ended badly for the borrower, with the borrower and its counsel being sanctioned.
Bonus Vir (The Good Man): The Ancient Roman Arbitrator and Arbitration

Roman law planted the seeds of civil law and codes, which, over time, shot down its roots and expanded its tendrils to many a nation’s system of jurisprudence.
In Good Faith: How Seeking Legal Advice Can Shield You From Civil Penalties

The Federal Court has reinforced that obtaining legal advice can protect a party from civil penalties, even if it has been proven that the party contravened the law.
Class Actions: Is The Funding Model In Australia Inching Towards Us-Style Contingency Fees?

Ever wondered how US plaintiffs’ lawyers make the mega bucks by comparison to their Australian counterparts? The short answer is contingency fees, namely the ability to pocket a significant percentage of any award or settlement in favour of their clients.
Emojis Are Free – How You Use Them May Carry A Price 😔

The use of ’emojis’ has become common with the increased use of smartphones, smart tablets, and social media platforms. As a result, emojis have become part and parcel of the way a lot of people communicate online.
The Legal Landscape of Indian Business: Navigating Legal Complexity with Ease

India has become the 5th largest economy in the world ranking by enabling local manufacturing, relaxed foreign direct investments policies, attractive government initiatives and incentives to business owners, and much more.