Public law

Dutch Supreme Court Refers US$5.2 Billion Asset Freeze To Lower Court For Re-examination In "Tristangate" Dispute

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Friday, December 18, 2020
Judgment, Supreme court, Supreme Court of Ireland, Supreme Court of the United States, R (Miller) v Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, Supreme Court of India, Courts, Law, Public law, Court of Appeal of Singapore, Appellate procedure in the United States

The Supreme Court ruled that the appellate court's assessment of immunity was based on an incorrect standard.

Key Points: 
  • The Supreme Court ruled that the appellate court's assessment of immunity was based on an incorrect standard.
  • The Supreme Court has therefore set aside the lower court's judgment and referred the case back to the Hague Court of Appeal for further consideration.
  • In 2017, the Supreme Court of Sweden upheld the award, making it final and non-appealable.
  • For a history of the Tristangate dispute and an archive of all related court document and news articles, please visit www.tristangate.com

Examining the impact of COVID-19 on Indian PPP Projects

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Thursday, December 17, 2020
Public–private partnership, Policy, Public law, Public sphere, Public–private partnerships in India

With reduced economic activity, due to the pandemic outbreak, PPP Projects (especially in the transportation sector) will experience considerable revenue growth challenges.

Key Points: 
  • With reduced economic activity, due to the pandemic outbreak, PPP Projects (especially in the transportation sector) will experience considerable revenue growth challenges.
  • As on March 2020, a total number of 1824 PPP projects worth USD 327 Billion are on different stages of implementation in India.
  • The project monitor covers the list of all PPP projects under various stages of implementation and their exposure to risk post COVID-19.
  • Examining the impact of COVID-19 on Indian PPP Projects;
    Evaluating Mitigation strategies post pandemic for Indian PPP Projects;
    Examining the performance & understanding the dynamics of PPP Projects;
    Evaluating key challenges in implementation of PPP Projects;
    Examining PPP Opportunities in Water Sanitation Infrastructure by 2022;
    Examining PPP Opportunities in Transport Infrastructure by 2022;
    Examining PPP Opportunities in Social & Commercial Infrastructure by 2022;
    Examining PPP Opportunities in Energy Infrastructure by 2022;
    Examining PPP Opportunities in Telecommunication Network and Services by 2022;
    Current Status Track of PPP Model in India & its Adaptation;
    PPP & Rising Infrastructure Investments;
    Aligning PPP into Areas to make genuine Difference by Private Players in India;
    Inefficiencies in Infrastructure - Limiting Growth & Increasing PPP Opportunity in India;
    Analysing Risks and Providing Mitigation Strategy for PPP Projects due to Coronavirus Outbreak;
    Examining key challenges to PPP Projects Implementation in India;
    Opportunity under PPP model and tracking state wise projects for Water Sanitation Sector in India till FY 2022;
    Opportunity under PPP model and tracking state wise projects for Transport Sector in India till FY 2022;
    Opportunity under PPP model and tracking state wise projects for Social & Commercial Sector in India till FY 2022;
    Opportunity under PPP model and tracking state wise projects for Energy Sector in India till FY 2022;
    Opportunity under PPP model and tracking state wise projects for Telecommunication & Network Services in India till FY 2022;
    PPP in Enhancing Social Impact in India;
    Projects Database of all Upcoming PPP Projects in India;

MFDA issues Notice of Settlement Hearing in respect of Cindy Lorrainne Makonin

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Brexit, European Union law, R (Miller) v Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, Royal prerogative, Constitutional law, Public law

The settlement agreement will be between Staff of the MFDA and Cindy Lorrainne Makonin ("Respondent") and involves matters for which the Respondent may be disciplined by a Hearing Panel pursuant to MFDA By-laws.

Key Points: 
  • The settlement agreement will be between Staff of the MFDA and Cindy Lorrainne Makonin ("Respondent") and involves matters for which the Respondent may be disciplined by a Hearing Panel pursuant to MFDA By-laws.
  • MFDA settlement hearings are typically held in the absence of the public pursuant to section 20.5 of MFDA By-law No.
  • A copy of the Notice of Settlement Hearing is available on the MFDA website at www.mfda.ca .
  • During the period described in the Notice of Settlement Hearing, the Respondent carried on business in the Chilliwack, British Columbia area.

MFDA Hearing Panel makes findings of misconduct and imposes sanctions against Krystal Jean Vanlandschoot

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Mutual Fund Dealers Association, R (Miller) v Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, Public law, Constitutional law, Law

TORONTO, Dec. 16, 2020 /CNW/ - The Mutual Fund Dealers Association of Canada ("MFDA") commenced a disciplinary proceeding in respect of Krystal Jean Vanlandschoot ("Respondent") by Notice of Hearing dated May 20, 2020.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Dec. 16, 2020 /CNW/ - The Mutual Fund Dealers Association of Canada ("MFDA") commenced a disciplinary proceeding in respect of Krystal Jean Vanlandschoot ("Respondent") by Notice of Hearing dated May 20, 2020.
  • A disciplinary hearing in this proceeding was held by electronic hearing today in Toronto, Ontario before a three-member Hearing Panel of the MFDA's Central Regional Council.
  • After receiving evidence and hearing submissions by Staff of the MFDA, the Hearing Panel found that the allegations set out in the Notice of Hearing had been established.
  • In particular, the Hearing Panel made the following findings of misconduct:
    Allegation #1: Between May 2018 and July 2018, the Respondent misappropriated at least $5,489 from two clients, contrary to MFDA Rule 2.1.1.

Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP Announces Pendency Of Class Action In The MetLife Securities Litigation

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Monday, December 14, 2020
Legal, Professional services, Brexit, European Union law, R (Miller) v Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, Royal prerogative, Law, Public law, Constitutional law

IT IS NOT A LAWYER SOLICITATION.

Key Points: 
  • IT IS NOT A LAWYER SOLICITATION.
  • PLEASE READ THIS NOTICE CAREFULLY AND IN ITS ENTIRETY.
  • THIS NOTICE IS INTENDED TO ADVISE YOU OF THE SETTLEMENT.
  • IT IS NOT AN EXPRESSION OF ANY OPINION OF THE COURT AS TO THE FAIRNESS OF THE SETTLEMENT.

MFDA issues Notice of Settlement Hearing in respect of Carte Wealth Management Inc.

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Monday, December 7, 2020
Brexit, European Union law, R (Miller) v Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, Royal prerogative, Constitutional law, Public law

The settlement agreement will be between Staff of the MFDA and Carte Wealth Management Inc. ("Respondent") and involves matters for which the Respondent may be disciplined by a Hearing Panel pursuant to MFDA By-laws.

Key Points: 
  • The settlement agreement will be between Staff of the MFDA and Carte Wealth Management Inc. ("Respondent") and involves matters for which the Respondent may be disciplined by a Hearing Panel pursuant to MFDA By-laws.
  • The settlement hearing will take place by electronic hearing on December 22, 2020, commencing at 10:00 a.m. (Eastern), or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard.
  • MFDA settlement hearings are typically held in the absence of the public pursuant to section 20.5 of MFDA By-law No.
  • If the Hearing Panel accepts the settlement agreement, then the proceeding will become open to the public and a copy of the decision of the Hearing Panel and the settlement agreement will be made available at www.mfda.ca .

MFDA issues Notice of Settlement Hearing in respect of Mir Amer Raza

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Monday, December 7, 2020
Brexit, European Union law, R (Miller) v Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, Royal prerogative, Constitutional law, Public law

The settlement agreement will be between Staff of the MFDA and Mir Amer Raza ("Respondent") and involves matters for which the Respondent may be disciplined by a Hearing Panel pursuant to MFDA By-laws.

Key Points: 
  • The settlement agreement will be between Staff of the MFDA and Mir Amer Raza ("Respondent") and involves matters for which the Respondent may be disciplined by a Hearing Panel pursuant to MFDA By-laws.
  • MFDA settlement hearings are typically held in the absence of the public pursuant to section 20.5 of MFDA By-law No.
  • A copy of the Notice of Settlement Hearing is available on the MFDA website at www.mfda.ca .
  • During the period described in the Notice of Settlement Hearing, the Respondent in the Orangeville, Ontario area.

European arrest warrant: Council adopts conclusions on current challenges and the way forward

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Wednesday, December 2, 2020
Criminal law, Warrants, Law, Public law, Justice, International criminal law, European Union law, European Arrest Warrant, Arrest warrant, Extradition, Arrest

The Council today adopted conclusions on the current challenges and the way forward regarding the European arrest warrant and extradition procedures.

Key Points: 
  • The Council today adopted conclusions on the current challenges and the way forward regarding the European arrest warrant and extradition procedures.
  • The European arrest warrant is a key instrument in the fight against cross-border crime and terrorism.
  • However, during discussions on how to further improve its application, it has become more apparent how the effectiveness of the European arrest warrant surrender mechanism could be further increased in certain areas.
  • In its conclusions, the Council agrees that there is scope for improvement in five areas:

MFDA Hearing Panel makes finding of misconduct against Arman Pekel

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Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Mutual Fund Dealers Association, R (Miller) v Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, Public law, Constitutional law, Law

TORONTO, Nov. 18, 2020 /CNW/ - The Mutual Fund Dealers Association of Canada ("MFDA") commenced a disciplinary proceeding in respect of Arman Pekel ("Respondent") by Notice of Hearing dated January 22, 2020.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Nov. 18, 2020 /CNW/ - The Mutual Fund Dealers Association of Canada ("MFDA") commenced a disciplinary proceeding in respect of Arman Pekel ("Respondent") by Notice of Hearing dated January 22, 2020.
  • The hearing of this matter on its merits was held on November 16-17, 2020 by electronic hearing in Toronto, Ontario before a three-member Hearing Panel of the MFDA's Central Regional Council.
  • After hearing submissions from Staff of the MFDA with respect to misconduct, the Hearing Panel found that the three allegations set out in the Notice of Hearing had been established.
  • The Hearing Panel advised that it will issue written reasons for its decision as to misconduct in due course.

MFDA issues Notice of Settlement Hearing in respect of William Harvey

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Friday, November 13, 2020
Mutual Fund Dealers Association, R (Miller) v Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, Public law, Constitutional law

TORONTO, Nov. 13, 2020 /CNW/ - The Mutual Fund Dealers Association of Canada ("MFDA") announced that it has issued a Notice of Settlement Hearing dated November 9, 2020 ("Notice of Settlement Hearing") regarding the presentation, review and consideration of a proposed settlement agreement by a Hearing Panel of the MFDA's Prairie Regional Council.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Nov. 13, 2020 /CNW/ - The Mutual Fund Dealers Association of Canada ("MFDA") announced that it has issued a Notice of Settlement Hearing dated November 9, 2020 ("Notice of Settlement Hearing") regarding the presentation, review and consideration of a proposed settlement agreement by a Hearing Panel of the MFDA's Prairie Regional Council.
  • The settlement agreement will be between Staff of the MFDA and William Robert Harvey("Respondent") and involves matters for which the Respondent may be disciplined by a Hearing Panel pursuant to MFDA By-laws.
  • MFDA settlement hearings are typically held in the absence of the publicpursuant to section 20.5 of MFDA By-law No.
  • A copy of the Notice of Settlement Hearing is available on the MFDA website at www.mfda.ca .