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New Developments in Data Protection Law – New Guidelines and Opinions from the EDPB. The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has recently (re)positioned itself on a number of controversial topics and published three new guidelines and opinions. Although these are not legally binding, they do have a significant influence on proceedings before the supervisory authorities and courts. Read more.
Navigating EU Foreign Subsidy Investigations. The EU has intensified its focus on foreign subsidies through the Basic Anti-Subsidy Regulation and Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR). The article focuses on the investigative processes and general strategies businesses can consider to prepare for potential EU investigations. Whether operating in the EU or entering the market, businesses should understand the differences and common themes in these cases should an investigation occur. Read more.
EU Court Ruling Expands Copyright Protection for International Works of Applied Art. This ruling reflects a significant shift regarding EU protection of the works of applied art originating outside of the EU. Read more.
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Hurricane Coverage Ruling Clarifies Appraisal Scope In Florida. The article discusses a recent decision by the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, Wood v. GeoVera Specialty Insurance Co. The court affirmed that unambiguous policy limits remain enforceable even when an appraisal award exceeds those limits.[1] The decision clarifies the scope of appraisals and reinforces the boundaries between valuation and coverage — a distinction that provides valuable guidance for insurers handling post-catastrophe claims. Read more.
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Uncovering the complexities and opportunities of qualified small business stock. Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) is a powerful but complex tax incentive that can offer significant benefits to small business investors. While it presents attractive tax-saving opportunities, QSBS also comes with stringent requirements and potential risks. This overview explores the advantages and challenges, emphasizing the importance of professional guidance in navigating this area of tax law. Read more.
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Where Are My Chips? Avoiding and Resolving Disputes in the Chip Industry. If you subscribe to the view that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is going to change life as we know it, then you will have a vested interest in the semiconductor industry. Semiconductors, or chips, are the workhorses behind AI and nearly every modern digital technology. Chips are so vital that they have been described as the “oil of the 21st century”. Read more.
Compliments Squire Patton Boggs
Effective tariff planning for a second Trump administration. President-elect Donald Trump has expressed intent to increase tariffs during his second term, which could significantly impact most importers, particularly those dealing with goods from China. Although it is difficult to anticipate the specific tariff increases Trump plans to pursue—partly because he mentioned a wide variety of trade targets and tariff ranges during his campaign—importers may contend with increased costs that could disrupt supply chains. Fortunately, companies may benefit from several tariff reduction strategies to mitigate the impact by reducing or eliminating costs and improving cash flow. Read more.
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