Civil Law

Elon Musk vs. Brazil's Supreme Court: A Clash Over Free Speech and Regulation
Civil Law Elon Musk vs. Brazil's Supreme Court: A Clash Over Free Speech and Regulation

The conflict between Elon Musk, owner of the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), and Alexandre de Moraes, a justice on Brazil's Supreme Court, is not just a personal feud. It touches on broader themes of platform regulation, free speech, and disinformation. In Brazil, these issues

How Will Minnesota's New Law Impact Restrictive Employment Covenants?
Civil Law How Will Minnesota's New Law Impact Restrictive Employment Covenants?

The recent legislation passed in Minnesota brings significant changes to the way restrictive employment covenants in service contracts are handled. This law, effective from July 1, 2024, aims to enhance job mobility and transparency for employees while addressing loopholes that previously allowed

How Will Hungary's New Immigration Law Affect TCNs in 2024?
Civil Law How Will Hungary's New Immigration Law Affect TCNs in 2024?

Hungary's recent overhaul of its immigration law, effective from January 1, 2024, signals a significant shift in policies affecting third-country nationals (TCNs) seeking residence permits. This comprehensive law introduces more stringent conditions while expanding the variety of permit types,

How Will Labour's New Employment Laws Change Workplace Equality?
Civil Law How Will Labour's New Employment Laws Change Workplace Equality?

Amid heightened discussions on workplace equality, the new Labour government has unveiled its ambitious “Plan to Make Work Pay,” proposing substantial amendments to employment law. These changes aim to enhance fairness and equity in the workplace, dismantling entrenched disparities and reinforcing

New York Amendment Seeks to Expand Anti-Discrimination Protections
Civil Law New York Amendment Seeks to Expand Anti-Discrimination Protections

In an important move towards broadening civil rights, New York State has proposed an amendment to its constitution to expand protections against discrimination. The proposed changes, which aim to include specific references to abortion as well as gay and transgender rights, have spurred both

Queensland's Youth Justice Act Amendments Ignite Human Rights Debate
Civil Law Queensland's Youth Justice Act Amendments Ignite Human Rights Debate

The Queensland government’s move to amend the current Youth Justice Act has ignited a firestorm of controversy, as it seeks to remove the principle that juvenile detention should be a measure of last resort. Introduced by the Labor government in May under the Community Safety Bill, these

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