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Can an Arm's-Length Principle Fall Outside the Arm's-Length Range?

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:27:35 GMT

By Jalsovszky Law Firm - Budapest, Hungary

The Metropolitan Court passed a strange judgement in a recent case. According to the judgement, taxpayers cannot argue that they used arm's-length price in their transaction with their related companies if the corresponding transfer pricing document does not meet the legal requirements.

Amendment to the Highly Qualified Persons Rules - Malta

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 04:26:35 GMT

By CSB Advocates - Swatar, Malta

Legal Notice 152 of 2013, has brought into effect amendments to the Highly Qualified Persons Rules, applicable retrospectively from the 1st of January 2013.

Shall a Port Operator be Responsible if he Releases Goods Against a Delivery Order with a Release Stamp?

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:39:23 GMT

By Yingke Law Firm - Beijing, China

The port operator has no fault in delivering the goods against a valid delivery order.

Taking the Mystery out of Bankruptcy Auctions

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:51:24 GMT

By Patriot Law Group Connecticut - Wethersfield, Connecticut

Chapter 7 bankruptcy, also known as "debt liquidation," allows people to wipe out most kinds of debt and achieve a financial fresh start.

Overview of Car Accident Lawsuits

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:30:40 GMT

By The Hoffmann Law Firm, L.L.C. - St. Louis, Missouri

If you are having trouble settling your car accident case with the other driver's insurance company, you may be thinking of filing a lawsuit in court. Before you start with the preliminaries, there are a few things to expect. There area also alternatives to settling your case in court.

Truck Driver Slams into Stopped Car, Kills Passenger, Injures Driver

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:53:42 GMT

By Zevan and Davidson Law Firm, LLC - St. Louis, Missouri

A crash involving a tractor-trailer and a Toyota Tundra pickup has left one dead, one seriously injured. The crash is one of many catastrophic accidents involving passenger vehicles and commercial trucks, leading many to question whether safety regulations for truck drivers are being followed as closely as they should be.

Apple Patent Success Not Spreading Overseas

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:48:31 GMT

By Sheldon Mak & Anderson PC - Pasadena, California

Apple Inc.'s recent blockbuster $1.05 billion verdict in its patent infringement lawsuit against Samsung Electronics Co. may not translate into victories overseas. Apple and Samsung have patent litigation currently pending on four continents, and each company has been able to claim some measure of success in recent weeks.

The Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations, 2013 - Malta

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 05:18:35 GMT

By CSB Advocates - Swatar, Malta

By virtue of Legal Notice 153 if 2013, measures contained in the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, as amended, and in Directive 2012/35/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 21st November 2012 on the minimum level of training of seafarers are being adopted.

Amendment to Article 211 of the Companies Act - Private Exempt Companies

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 04:26:11 GMT

By CSB Advocates - Swatar, Malta

By virtue of Act 3 of 2013 Article 211 of the Companies Act was amended such that, the words "is holder of, or has any interest in, any shares or debentures of the company or" in paragraph (b) of sub-article (2) thereof have been deleted.

Arbitration Is Usually Better for Business

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 18:27:48 GMT

By Thomas R. Spencer P.A. - Miami, Florida

Under most circumstances, Arbitration is a better dispute settlement process.

Industrial Tribunal Decision - Maria C. Debono vs Foster Clark Products - Injury Leave - Unfair Dismissal

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 15:09:22 GMT

By CSB Advocates - Swatar, Malta

On the 4th June 2013 the Industrial Tribunal, following a claim for unfair dismissal filed by Mrs Maria Concetta Debono, awarded a decision in her favor and ordered her re-instatement with Foster Clark Products Limited and the payment of wages for the duration of her unemployment.

Missouri Man Injured & Ejected from Vehicle in Semi-Truck Accident

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 17:40:50 GMT

By The Hoffmann Law Firm, L.L.C. - St. Louis, Missouri

Last June a Missouri man sustained moderate injuries when he was involved in an accident with a semi-truck on Missouri Route 79 near Hancock St. in Foley, Missouri. The accident happened on June 19, 2012 around 10:30 am.

Insurers Balk At The Prevalence of Narcotics In The Workers' Comp System

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 17:14:24 GMT

By Law Office of James M. Hoffmann - St. Louis, Missouri

The prevalence of narcotic prescriptions in the workers' compensation system is receiving a lot of attention currently because insurers are becoming uncomfortable with assuming the cost of these prescriptions when it comes to long term use.

Merging Dental Practices

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:21:28 GMT

By Matt Dickstein - Business Attorney - Fremont, California

In this article I discuss the merger of dental practices, from a legal perspective. Without further adieu:

Preparing to sell a Solo Veterinary Practice

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:13:56 GMT

By Matt Dickstein - Business Attorney - Fremont, California

In this article, I give some thoughts on preparing to sell your solo veterinary practice.

Classifying a Veterinarian as an Employee or a Contractor

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:04:00 GMT

By Matt Dickstein - Business Attorney - Fremont, California

Most veterinary practices want to classify their hired veterinarians as contractors not employees. Contractors are cheaper and easier than employees. You don't withhold taxes for contractors, nor do you pay benefits, workers compensation or unemployment insurance, nor must you comply with the wage & hour laws (including overtime) for contractors.

FL Texting While Driving Ban Signed Into Law

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:04:30 GMT

By Panter, Panter & Sampedro, P.A. - Miami, Florida

The "Florida Ban on Texting While Driving Law" is set to go into effect on October 1, 2013 and has already come under criticism for being too weak, leaving a lot to be desired in the realm of enforcement.

Funding Portals 101

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 14:01:04 GMT

By Hamilton & Associates, P.A. - Boca Raton, Florida

The JOBS Act includes provisions to allow intermediaries known as "Crowdfunding Portals" to assist companies with raising capital using the internet. Crowdfunding Portals will serve as attractive capital raising centers for private companies seeking to go public in need of seed capital.

The JOBS Act - The Crowdfunding Limbo

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:59:25 GMT

By Hamilton & Associates, P.A. - Boca Raton, Florida

The Jumpstart Our Business Startups ("JOBS") Act was signed into law by President Obama on April 5, 2012. The JOBS Act requires the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") to issue final regulations regarding the portions of the JOBS Act relating to crowdfunding within 270 days of the law's enactment on December 31, 2012.

The OTCBB - an Obsolete Marketplace

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:55:04 GMT

By Hamilton & Associates, P.A. - Boca Raton, Florida

The OTC Bulletin Board ("OTCBB") is an electronic quotation system that provides real-time quotes, last-sale prices, and volume information for some over-the-counter securities not listed on a national securities exchange such as NASDAQ.