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Geostrategic and financial interests regarding gas exploration and exploitation.
Regarding the natural Gas Production Prospects in the East Mediterranean, Cyprus, the third largest island in the Medit..
2. Can Whiplash Be Permanent?
Permanent Whiplash
Whiplash associated disorders are often dismissed by sceptics, who blame the recent increase of cases upon the UK’s supposed compensation culture. However, this is a cynical point..
3. EU labor law in offshore gas-drilling operations
EU labor law in offshore gas-drilling operations has been recently challenged in the case of Salemink v. Raad van bestuur van het Uitvoeringsinstituut werknemersverzekeringen, in the judgment of the C..
4. A Take on Indian Murder Trials
Introduction
With zero percentage judicial background, as an emerging law aspirant like me and even common men in country are quite attracted by the murder trials of our society. People criticise our ..
5. Time Limits of Medical Negligence Claims
Solicitors are frequently asked whether or not medical negligence claims are restricted by certain time limits. This is a very good question, and in short, the answer is yes. Under the Limitation Act ..
6. Ask an Attorney First
As recession prevails and world’s economy continues to slide down a slippery slope it is indeed quite hard to maintain stable financial circumstances for many. With time more and more individuals ar..
7. Considering your will in the UK
Let's face it, no-one really likes the idea of sitting around and pondering their own mortality. However, the truth is that no-one really has much of a say with regards to how much longer they're goin..
8. Concussion Injury Lawsuit Recently Filed on Behalf of 106 Former NFL Players
A collective personal injury lawsuit has been recently filed by 106 former NFL football players against the National Football League. The complaint alleges that the NFL has long been aware of the seri..
9. Regulation proposal regarding the promotion of activities in the field of the protection of EU’s financial interests
The protection of EU’s financial interests reflect s the basic targets and objectives of the European Union to supress the illegal traffic of products as well as counterfeiting activities within EU ..
10. New package of measures for EU economic and financial strategy
The new package of measures adopted by the European Commission regarding the action to be followed for growth governance and stability contains four elements: the 2012 Annual Growth Survey consists of..
11. Despite new allegations against Robert Wagner, why the death of Natalie Wood will not have Hollywood
Nearly thirty years after Natalie Wood died in a mysterious boating accident, the LAPD decided to reopen her case based on the recollections of the boat's captain, Dennis Davern, who now claims that W..
12. A new profitable EU immigration policy
Given the new globalisation effects in modern societies and the consequences of the financial crisis, EU adopted a new approach towards immigration policy. This European policy intends to establish bi..
13. Offshore oil drilling, gas exploration and production on activities in the EU
IntroductionEnvironmentally sustainable management at an international level requires reliable information on the natural environment, as well as sharing of knowledge on the social, economic, legal an..
14. What You Need to Know if You're Accused of a Drug Crime
Drug crimes are among the most serious yet most common charges in criminal courts, with penalties that range from lenient to incredibly severe. No matter the charge, any person arrested should consult..
15. The Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) Regulation and its impact on Cyprus Republic
The European Commission adopted on October 2011, a plan with a huge budgetary importance of around 50 billion euro aiming at improving EU’s transport, energy and networks. In its proposal already ad..
16. IS UKBA REALLY TAKING ITS SECTION 55 DUTY SERIOUSLY IN ARTICLE 8 CHILDREN CASES?- ZH(TANZANIA) AND TINIZARAY
INTRODUCTION
Following the decision of the Supreme Court in ZH(Tanzania) earlier this year, it could readily have been accepted that UKBA’s Section 55 duty readily applied and more significantly onl..
17. What You Need to Know About Child Abuse
Child abuse is one of the most daunting crimes a defendant can face, since judges and prosecutors take crimes against children very seriously. Any person accused of child abuse should require the help..
18. Possible Reprieve For Ponzi Scheme Innocent Net Winners
On September 19, 2011, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal issued an important closely watched opinion, styled Sherman v. SEC, _____ F.3d ______, (9th Cir. 2011), which held that that a certain relative..
19. The Conrad Murray Trial: How the Trial of Michael Jackson's Doctor just might become the Greatest Show on Earth
If one were to hear several years ago that a doctor faced charges for crimes against Michael Jackson, one would rightly assume that it would be his plastic surgeon and not, in fact, a man held respons..
20. All that You Need To Know About A Copyright Lawyer
A copyright lawyer is a legal representative who focuses primarily on neuro-scientific intellectual property.
A copyright attorney would be your educated lawyer who has his expertise in intellectual p..
21. LEGISLATIVE PROPOSAL PREPARATION ON EU FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS TAX
Finance ministers and Central Bank governors of European Union Member States debated during the last informal Economic and Financial ECOFIN Council of September 17, the current condition of the econom..
22. ENERGY MARKET: New legislation on wholesale traders in the EU
New legislation to present abuses to the disclosure of deals
New rules were adopted September 14, 2011 by the European Parliament to prevent abuses in wholesale energy trading for the final protection..
23. PUBLIC FINANCES, BUDGETARY DEVELOPMENTS AND PLANNED CHANGES IN THE EU AND IN CYPRUS
A slow recovery after the crisis
All European Union countries have been affected between 2008 and 2010 by the economic and financial crisis and after a contraction in 2009 in every EU country, except ..
24. EU ENVIRONMENT POLICY:Results and next steps
Following the implementation of the 6th Environment Action Programme (EAP), which was adopted on 22 July 2002 and provided the framework of EU’S Environment legislation and extended the Natura 2000 ..
25. Energy Development Perspectives for the Republic of Cyprus
IntroductionBased on EUROSTAT’s researches, the Republic of Cyprus disposes a very promising feedback from the energy saving and the renewable energy schemes, as more and more people apply for the a..
26. Plans to Curb Immigration leading to Settlement in the UK will damage UK Business – Law Society
The United Kingdom Border Agency's consultation entitled Employment-related settlement, Tier 5 and overseas domestic worker closed last week. Its consultation on "family migration" is due to come to a..
27. Enforceability of Employee Non-Compete Covenants
IntroductionOnce an employers’ employee, always an employers’ employee. This is the scenario which every employer resorts to in order to control employee attrition or restricting them from seeking..
28. FCCB – OPTIONS TO TACKLE REDEMPTION WOES
The recent Financial Stability Report (FSR) published in June 2011 by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has alluded to the high probability of default in repaying foreign currency convertible bonds (FCC..
29. Experts Patent Infringement Analysis and Patent Mapping
Since we analyze patents for many different reasons to suit the various needs of our clients, there really isn’t one definition for what Patent Analysis. Based on the end requirement and the scope, ..
30. What is patentability Search? Why we need it?
It is imperative for someone who seeks patent protection to understand the scope of the invention to be patented, whether it is new or known, whether it has some economical benefit in comparison to th..
31. Details about Freedom to Operate Design Patent & Utility Patent
A Freedom to operate (FTO) search is also known as ‘Freedom to practice’ (FTP) or ‘Product clearance’ search. As the name suggests, a freedom to operate search is a search type that attorneys ..
32. JURISDICTION OF CIVIL COURT
In modern days, in almost every legal system the civil disputes are resolved by the courts of civil jurisdiction. As a rule, the civil courts can take cognizance of every controversy of civil nature a..
33. Can a Legislature supplement the powers of Courts given by a written Constitution, through a Sub-Constitutional Legislation.
Under a written Constitution the powers of Executive, Legislature and Judiciary are fully described and under the principle of supremacy of Constitution, all the three organs of a State are bound to r..
34. Friends, Indians and Countrymen, “Arise, Awake and Stop not till the goal is reached”
The fundamental rights enshrined in the Constitution of India empower the people of India to establish a democratic institution of the people, by the people and for the people which upholds the dignit..
35. History of introduction of Fundamental Rights in Indian Constitution
The Fundamental Rights are considered as one of the integral part of Indian Constitution. The Fundamental Rights are defined as the basic human freedoms which every individual has a right to enjoy for..
36. A Crime Worse Than Lorena Bobbitt: How a Costa Mesa Woman Committed the Ultimate Act of Marital Revenge
Crime stories rarely make the national news, but in the few cases they do it is because they involve a terror enough to strike fear into the heart of the general public. It could be a case like Scott ..
37. Why patent validity searches are required?
Before going deep into why patent validity searches are required, let’s first discuss the concept of Validity of a patent.
Patents are issued by the patent office based on the interpretation of the ..
38. SARFAESI ACT,2002 - BORROWERS' WOES
Many instances have come to light about borrowers’ woes particularly belonging to SME sector and who are languishing because of callous and apathetic treatment being faced by them in violation of th..
39. Ashton Kutcher to testify in a Serial Killer Case (and no, Charlie Sheen is not involved)
Hollywood celebrities are notorious for their involvement in a wide variety of crimes, large and small, ranging from shoplifting (Winona Ryder) to murder (Phil Spector). And yet despite the town's obs..
40. A Guide for the Registration of Foreign Citizens in Russia
1. What changes were made to the rules of registration of foreign citizens in Russia from January to March 2011?
Over the past several months the procedures for the registration of foreign citizens in..
41. IT IS IMPORTANT TO MAKE A WILL, BUT IT IS MORE IMPORTANT TO GET IT RIGHT
Few people feel comfortable thinking about the inevitability of death, so making plans for what happens to your worldly goods after you’ve gone is often avoided, forgotten about or simply pushed to ..
42. SEVEN YEAR CHILD CONCESSIONARY POLICY - COURT OF APPEAL REFUSES TO WIDEN THE TRANSITIONARY PROVISIONS
The Court of Appeal has within the last week in the case of Secretary of State for the Home Department v Rahman, Abbassi, Munir [2011] EWCA Civ 814 decided that the withdrawn seven year child concessi..
43. The Happiest Crime Family on Earth: How Disney produces more Criminals than Death Row Records
On Thursday, July 07, "High School Musical" star Zac Efron and his friends spent the evening drinking at Dillon's Irish Pub in Hollywood. Upon leaving the pub, one of Efron's friends, a little-known a..
44. 397/398: When to grant Interim Injunction in conducting ‘General Body Meetings’ and implementing Resolutions?
Section 397/398 of the Companies Act, 1956 guarantees a right to the minority to approach the Company Law Board or the Tribunal seeking preventive and some remedial measures against the majority in th..
45. What Were They Thinking? Why Casey Anthony was found not Guilty of Murder
For the first time since the O.J. Simpson verdict back in 1995, the media are up in arms over a murder acquittal. Despite what many consider overwhelming evidence that Casey Anthony murdered her daugh..
46. Cutting regulations can only be good for business, says Bibby Consulting and Support
Reducing red tape for businesses can only be a good thing, compliance specialist Bibby Consulting & Support has said in response to claims that the government's 'Red Tape Challenge' might actually mea..
47. School of Excellence in Law (SOEL) - Can our legal profession embrace this young brains?
Though I had to face inevitable struggles in legal profession even after having the required qualities to succeed in profession, I always feel that the legal profession is one of the noble professions..
48. Pardons Canada - Express Pardons Canada
Evaluating Pardon Services in Canada
As many as one in seven Canadians have a criminal record. A large percentage of that population is already eligible for a Canadian pardon or will become eligible ..
49. 397/398: Joint Venture disputes leading to litigation – a case study?
It is often been criticized that section 397/398 of the Companies Act, 1956 is being used as a forum to settle personal disputes between or among the shareholders. Taking advantage of the proposition ..
50. UK Finally Changes Immigration (European Economic Area) Regulations 2006
Back in July of 2008 the European Court of Justice issued its ruling in Metock v Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Ireland) Case C – 127/08, [2009] QB 318. The content and effect of the..
51. Section 397/398: Harassment to majority shareholders?
While the intention behind providing preventive and some remedial measures under section 397/398 of Companies Act, 1956 to the minority shareholders is good, the section is misused at times causing en..
52. Why Defendants Need the Help of an Experienced Domestic Violence Attorney
Domestic violence charges are among the most common but also most damaging crimes a person can face, and thus require the assistance of a domestic violence lawyer in order to fight the charges. A char..
53. UKBA Policies and Rules- Risky Business Marrying a Foreigner
The appeal in Quila & Anor v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2010] EWCA Civ 1482 was heard in the Supreme Court on 8 and 9 June 2011. Judgement is expected from the Supreme Court in the co..
54. 397/398: Properties not in Company’s name – litigation?
While some closely held Private Limited Companies do strictly adhere to the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956, many closely held Private Companies completely ignore the provisions of the Companies..
55. LML-PIAGGIO Case Study (Co-Authored by Yamini Khurana)
INTRODUCTION
The case study focuses on the breakup of the joint venture agreement between LML Ltd., and the Italian automobile major, Piaggio. The case deals with the various developments that led to ..
56. Anti Dilution Protection (Co-Authored by Ankit Rajgarhia))
INTRODUCTION
It is not uncommon for private equity or venture capital backed portfolio companies to raise multiple rounds of financing to fund the growth of their businesses. These subsequent financin..
57. Canadian immigration opportunities for businessmen.
New Brunswick provides opportunities to investors under its Provincial Nominee Program, for setting up or buying existing business. One is required to establish their business within two years of entr..
58. A number of fundamental facts about compensation claims
Personal injury comes in many unique and varying varieties. A personal injury can be anything at all from a trip in the road or supermarket to an accident at work. Numerous individuals are puzzled abo..
59. Obtaining an Order of Protection Under Texas Law
Even though going through a divorce is never easy and is likely to stir up unpleasant emotions at some point in the process, in most instances spouses who are separating are able to do so without inti..
60. How Double Jeopardy Can Be Involved in Applying for Pardon
The instance last year of the Parliament of Canada passing Bill C-23A, which raised the criteria for those convicted of serious sexual and violent personal injury offences to successfully apply for a ..
61. US Waiver Countries and Travel to US
When travelling to the United States, tourists from those countries which are not subject to visa restrictions generally fall under the Visa Waiver Program. More than 30 states participate in this pro..
62. Asset Protection Traps to Avoid
Planning to protect your assets is a common thing nowadays; however, the misconceptions in this regard make it difficult to separate the facts from the fiction. Moreover, unscrupulous people try to se..
63. Evidence to be restricted in Points Based System Appeals
The Ministry for Justice announced that from October of this year (2011) fees will be payable by people wishing to appeal against immigration decisions (with exceptions for people appealing against re..
64. Judge Announces Precedent Ruling in Gay Custody Battle
As experienced Michigan child neglect and abuse lawyers, it is common to witness cases of children taken from their parent’s custody without just cause. When a couple with children separates, often ..
65. Reunification Day Celebrations Remind Us of Necessary Foster Care Changes
Parenting is certainly a difficult task; one that does not come with a road map highlighting the best routes for guardians to take. Nonetheless, parents are legally held to a certain standard which re..
66. Pending Proposal Could Jail Michigan Parents For Educational Neglect
Under the law, parents are legally bound to their children until they reach 18 years of age. Guardians are required to provide for the mental and physical well-being of their young ones, as well as te..
67. New Proposal Looks to Reform Michigan Foster Care Law
Losing custody of your children for any reason is a heartbreaking experience. The heartbreak is compounded for those accused of criminal charges who could potentially lose their parental rights. Any e..
68. Accusations of Sexual Conduct With Children Common in Divorce Suits
Divorce and custody battles can easily tear families apart. The troublesome situation all family members find themselves provides an opportunity for accusations to fly back and forth between the fight..
69. Michigan Court of Appeals Defines the Scope of Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting
Whenever a person suspects that a child is being abused or neglected, it is expected that they will report the incident to the proper authorities. While most people would assume that telling law enfor..
70. Fearful of Child Protective Services, Mother of Dominick Calhoun Failed to Seek Medical Attention
Experienced child neglect and abuse lawyers in Michigan can commiserate¨C a parent who is confronted by Children’s Protective Services faces a terrifying experience. While some guardians may think ..
71. Can Giving Your Child Cough Meds Be Considered Child Abuse?
Any experienced Children’s Protective Services defense lawyer in Michigan can tell you that accusations of child neglect and abuse are not to be taken lightly. Not only could your parental rights be..
72. Michigan Supreme Court Overturns Ruling on Child Porn Offender
If law enforcement officials contact you regarding any type of sexual offense, you should be very afraid. According to experienced child neglect and abuse lawyers in Michigan, conviction will change y..
73. Is Abusing Animals A Warning Sign For Events To Come? Experts Think So.
Will child neglect and abuse defense attorneys in Michigan find themselves dealing with allegations of the crime of animal cruelty? Some released studies maintain that those who abuse or violently tre..
74. Foreign Woman Arrested After Suffocating Newborns
Experienced child neglect and abuse lawyers in Michigan are not the only ones who concern themselves with cases involving the improper or illegal treatment of children. In fact, law enforcement offici..
75. Newborn Back to Hospital After Surgery With Child Abuse Injuries
When a child is born, the first few weeks of life are among the most delicate. Undergoing surgical procedures or suffering from blunt traumas can affect the newborn for the rest of their lives. While ..
76. Michigan Grad Student Charged with Child Abuse After Hitting Kids
Students of all ages come from far and wide to study at one of the University of Michigan’s prestigious graduate school programs. While many are fresh out of their undergraduate years, there are als..
77. New Details Surface As Police Finish Ludington Child Abuse, Murder Case
In late April 2010, news sources alerted child neglect and abuse lawyers in Michigan to a gruesome case where police found a young girl and a 39 year-old man dead with a knife nearby. Originally, it w..
78. Woman Charged For Starving Son To Death, Father in Michigan Jail On Same Charges
One does not have to be an experienced child neglect and abuse lawyer in Michigan to know that being a parent or guardian is a big responsibility. Until the child is 18 years-old, a parent is legally ..
79. Child Death By Dog Bites May Prompt Michigan Protective Services Investigation
Until a child reaches the age of 18, their parent or guardian is responsible for their physical and mental well-being. Should the parent fail to protect the minor, Children’s Protective Services are..
80. Electronic Evidence Meets Right to Privacy in Texas Divorce Cases
There is a false sense of security that takes place when we log on to the internet, our smart phones, or some other form of electronic communication. Many of us seem to think that our true selves are..
81. Traverse City Woman Arraigned For Storing Newborn in Backyard Shed
Dealing with an unwanted pregnancy is an emotional and uncertain experience for any woman, often leaving the mother scrambling for a solution. Experienced child neglect and abuse lawyers in Michigan w..
82. Missing Michigan Child Found, Mother Taken Into Custody For Kidnapping
Until a child is 18 years old, their parent is responsible for their physical and mental well being. However, it is possible for guardians to lose their parental rights, either through divorce or by b..
83. Michigan Ex-Con Charged In 15 Year-Old Child Abuse Cold Case
Being convicted of any crime will change your life forever. Not only will it bring legal consequences, but it is a stigma that will permanently follow a person. Ask any child neglect and abuse lawyer ..
84. Michigan Man Receives Life Sentence For Distribution of Child Porn
Instances of child abuse are taken very seriously, particularly if any sexual interaction is suspected. The relationship between the defendant and the child does not necessarily need to be physical to..
85. Macomb County Man Arrested For Child Abuse For Daughter’s Burning Death
One does not need to be a child neglect and abuse lawyer in Michigan to know that parenting is a huge responsibility. Until a child reaches the age of 18, the parent or guardian is responsible for the..
86. Felony Charges Against Michigan Mother Who Faked Son’s Cancer For Money
This case came to the attention of many child neglect and abuse lawyers, as a Michigan mother facing felony charges after faking the cancer of her young son to obtain donation money from sympathizers...
87. Michigan Man Arrested For Using Sons in Online Porn Swap
Millions of people use the Internet to share information, pictures, and videos with others. While this type of networking is very common, it can result in criminal charges if your computer comes into ..
88. Michigan Court Decision Gives Hope to Parents Facing Rights Termination
One does not need to be a Michigan child neglect and abuse lawyer to know: facing termination of parental rights is one of the scariest things that parent or guardian can experience. Fortunately, a re..
89. Victim’s Family in Fatal DUI Crash Supports Probation for At-Fault Motorist
Often times, motorists are caught for driving while intoxicated after they cause an accident. These instances are particularly disappointing, as not only is the at-fault driver subject to legal conseq..
90. Woman Fakes Pregnancy to Avoid DWI Arrest After Police Chase
Being arrested for driving while intoxicated can land anyone in hot water. However, the charges against the person instantly increase if the suspect provides false information to police officers durin..
91. Courts Allow Sober Driver Accused of DUI to Sue for Traffic Stop
Being pulled over for a routine traffic stop is never an enjoyable experience for motorists, particularly for those suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Even if a person perfo..
92. Previous Ruling Overturned by Michigan Surpeme Court on “Stoned Driving”
Much to the dismay of every DWI defense lawyer, the state Supreme Court ruled in 2006 that marijuana metabolites are a controlled substance. Following the decision, the mere presence of the metabolite..
93. DUI Arrest of Detroit Lions President Could Also Bring NFL Discipline
Each experienced DWI defense lawyer can commiserate–being pulled over for a routine traffic stop is an aggravating experience for anyone to go through. However, should the law enforcement official s..
94. Michigan Boaters Could Be Subject to Harsher Alcohol Laws This Summer
Anytime a law enforcement officer has sufficient reason to believe a motorist is driving under the influence of alcohol, the driver is susceptible to arrest for a DUI. This summer, each experienced Mi..
95. Actor Chris Klein to Rehab After Second Drunk Driving Bust
A drunk driving arrest will follow a person around for the rest of their lives. Not only will the suspect’s driving privileges be revoked for up to a year, but the motorist could also face a loss of..
96. Testimony in DUI Case Questions Admissibility of Sobriety Tests
If an officer believes that a motorist is driving under the influence of alcohol, the driver will undoubtedly see flashing lights behind them. To determine whether the person is intoxicated, the offic..
97. Michigan Supreme Court Rules In Favor Of Drugged-Driving Defendants
Every DWI defense lawyer in Michigan can commiserate–being pulled over for a traffic stop is a frustrating experience for anyone to go through. However, if the police officer feels that the motorist..
98. Acid Reflux Can Cause Breathalyzer Tests To Register False Results
Anytime a motorist is pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving, they will likely be asked to submit to several field sobriety tests, including a breathalyzer which measures the blood alcohol content ..
99. Michigan Driver Arrested For DWI Blamed His Actions on Labron James
Being pulled over for drunk driving can cause any motorist to become incredibly flustered and aggravated. In the heat of these powerful emotions, there is no telling what a driver will say to a police..
100. Excessively Intoxicated Driver May Also Be Liable For Second-Degree Murder
Being arrested for driving while intoxicated is a scary experience for anyone to go through. However, the consequences a DUI suspect faces will greatly increase if they are accused of causing an accid..
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