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Contract Law
October 11, 2024

Wet Signature: FAQs

In today’s digital age, many transactions and agreements are signed electronically, but the concept of a “wet signature” remains crucial in legal and business contexts. Though the term might sound…
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September 11, 2024

Repudiation of Contract: A Legal Overview

Contracts form the backbone of most business relationships. They establish the rights and obligations of the parties involved. A common concern is what happens when a party doesn’t adhere to…
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September 6, 2024

Is SaaS defined as “goods”? The judgment in Kompaktwerk GmbH v LivePerson Netherlands B.V [2024] EWHC 2278 (Comm)

A recent judgment in the Commercial Court brings useful clarification to the law of agency and an agent’s entitlement to the protections of the Commercial Agents (Council Directive) Regulations 1993…
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July 31, 2024

Indemnity: The Basics

An indemnity can be an important part of mitigating risk in your contractual relationships but it can also represent a significant liability. Understanding indemnities is essential for effectively managing these…
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July 18, 2024

Statement of Work: The Guide to Crafting a Comprehensive SOW

A Statement of Work (SOW) is a vital document that outlines the scope, objectives, timelines, and payment terms of a project. It serves as a foundation for project management, ensuring…
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July 9, 2024

Novation: What You Need To Know When Transferring A Contract

Do you want to replace a party to a contract and discover a new wave of novation? If so, you need to consider the rules and process around “novation”. In…
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April 23, 2024

Quid Pro Quo: Essentials

The expression ‘quid pro quo’ carries significant importance, embodying the essence of the reciprocal exchange. In the legal context, it serves as a fundamental principle across various fields, ranging from contract law to criminal law. It…
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December 18, 2023

Deeds and Mistakes: the Decision in Lendlease Construction (Europe) Ltd v Aecom Ltd [2023] EWHC 2620 (TCC)

The High Court has handed down a very interesting decision that, amongst other things, is an important restatement of the law around deeds and, unfortunately, quite common mistakes in commercial…
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October 31, 2023

Data Scraping – Navigating the Challenges Old and New (Part 2: Intellectual Property)

Colin Lambertus and Neil Williamson were featured in OneTrust’s DataGuidance, writing an article on ‘data scraping’ – also known as web scraping. That article was a condensed version of a…

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