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Small businesses shouldn’t fear the EU Copyright Directive – here’s why

The EU Copyright Directive has faced significant opposition for its potentially detrimental impact on online freedom. While no doubt disruptive, it is motivated by good intentions

Botched Scotch: addressing rare whisky’s counterfeiting problem

The rare whisky market is worth millions, with samples from before 1900 proving particularly valuable. However, new research suggests many vintage bottles are not the real deal

Former head of Polish regulator detained on corruption charges

Marek Chrzanowski has been detained by the Polish anti-corruption agency after being accused of soliciting a bribe from Getin Noble Bank owner Leszek Czarnecki

Danske Bank whistleblower brands UK structures an “absolute disgrace”

Howard Wilkinson’s testimony in the Danske Bank money laundering hearing has implicated British LLPs, as well as US and German lenders

Former Volkswagen CEO charged over diesel emissions scandal

US prosecutors have unsealed an indictment charging former Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn with conspiracy and fraud in relation to the company’s 2015 emissions scandal

There are numerous legal challenges when business partners divorce

How to protect your business from the effects of divorce

When a couple divorces, it’s not only their personal assets that can be put at stake; businesses can be pulled apart, too. Karen Holden discusses how to protect your business in case of divorce

The top legal steps to take if you find yourself harassed at work

Karen Holden, the founder of A City Law Firm, gives the top legal tips for anyone who finds themselves harassed at work

Joseph Hage Aaronson on trends in international dispute resolution | Video

European CEO speaks to Greg Joseph and Tom Beazley from Joseph Hage Aaronson about developments in international dispute resolution

Awards Supplement 2023

The European CEO awards 2023 have now been announced, presenting our pick of the CEOs, companies and campaigns leading their sectors.