Against the backdrop of the coronavirus, we have considered how force majeure is regarded around the world, and particularly where our clients conduct business.
Corporate & M&AOn 6 April 2020, the Data Protection Commission (DPC) published a report on the use of cookies and other tracking technologies (Report) and an updated guidance note on cookies and other tracking technologies (Guidance).
Technology
In the current information overload, it is difficult to keep track of all that is emerging from the EU on COVID-19. So here are four links that you could usefully read:
COVID-19The Courts Service has recently published two decisions on the evidence required for a party to obtain judgment through the summary process and thereby avoid the time and expense of a plenary trial for the recovery of a debt.
Disputes
ALG's Finance and Financial Regulation teams have analysed the regulatory statements and guidance from the Central Bank of Ireland, the European Banking Authority and the European Central Bank in relation to payment breaks for customers affected by COVID-19.
COVID-19
The outbreak of COVID-19 continues to have a deep impact on businesses across all sectors. A growing number of companies are warning that they will fail to meet financial and commercial targets and global supply chains are being disrupted.
COVID-19 BelfastOn 1 April 2020 the Supreme Court handed down the eagerly awaited judgment in WM Morrison Supermarkets plc v Various Claimants [2020] UKSC 12.
Belfast
In ordinary times, the personal protective equipment (PPE) provisions in the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 (the 2007 Regulations) would be of limited relevance to many employers, outside of construction or workplaces managing chemicals or hazardous substances. However, these are not ordinary times.
COVID-19
In this article, Litigation Partner Barbara Creed summarises the key legal principles surrounding the Material Adverse Change (MAC) Clause.
COVID-19 Belfast
The Irish Courts Service has responded quickly to the COVID-19 crisis, with accelerated rollout of remote hearings and other arrangements being put in place to ensure the continued administration of justice.
COVID-19
Directors are facing difficult decisions in the current climate but, while the impact of COVID-19 will continue to be felt, it does not follow that companies should be forced out of business. Our publication 'Saving viable businesses – a look at restructuring options in the current environment' serves as reminder of rescue procedures available under Irish law.
COVID-19
The Central Bank of Ireland launched a package of measures showing regulatory flexibility in light of the challenges posed by COVID- 19. The measures are targeted at UCITS, AIFs, Fund Service Providers, Investment Managers and Investment Firms. They include flexibility around late filing of certain annual and semi-annual accounts.
Asset Management & Investment Funds
