DIFC Court refuses indemnity costs despite ‘highly disruptive’ litigation conduct
The Court accepted most complaints but found no dishonesty, bad faith or abuse of process.
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Does eligibility for coal mining long service leave depend on the employer’s business or the employee’s work? Australia HC answers in 3:2 ruling
In the present case, a dispute arose as to whether Orica shotfirers working at black coal mines were “eligible employees” under the coal industry’s portable long service leave scheme. The dispute turned on the interpretation of the statutory definition of “eligible employee” and the operation of an exclusion relating to shotfiring services.
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Singapore International Commercial Court recognises Indonesian bankruptcy proceedings of Sritex entities; grants relief to Curators
In the present case, following the annulment of a court-approved restructuring arrangement and the declaration of bankruptcy of the Sritex Indonesian Entities, the Curators appointed in the Indonesian Bankruptcy Proceeding approached the present court seeking recognition of the proceedings and relief concerning assets and affairs connected with Singapore.
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US Court refuses preliminary injunction in xAI Challenge to Minnesota’s AI Anti-Nudification Law amid child safety concerns
United States District Court: The dispute arose from Minnesota’s enactment of HF 1606, an anti-nudification law regulating AI tools capable of generating
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Can a conviction be reopened through a new interpretation of previously canvassed evidence? Singapore Court of Appeal clarifies
Shortly before his scheduled execution, the applicant sought permission to bring a criminal review application challenging his conviction for trafficking in diamorphine. The application centred on allegations concerning the chain of custody of the drug exhibits, despite the fact that no such challenge had been raised at trial or on appeal.
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AI assistant or user? U.S. Court of Appeals dissects why an AI agent doesn’t “access” a website in Amazon vs. Perplexity AI
Amazon had sued Perplexity AI alleging that its agentic AI-based shopping tool has been accessing Amazon’s servers without authorisation. The District Court had granted injunction in favour of Amazon holding that it had proved its claims under Computer Fraud and Abuse Act and Comprehensive Computer Data Access and Fraud Act.
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Can the Corporate Veil be pierced to enforce an Arbitral Award? Zambia Supreme Court answers
The present case discusses the effect of an arbitral award and the extent to which the courts can assist in execution. It also discusses the processes that are available in the court system for the execution of an arbitral award and the principle of piercing the corporate veil.
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Qualified on paper, not yet recognised in Law? Peshawar HC clarifies the role of Professional Registration
The respondent was initially placed at the top of the merit list for appointment as Sister Tutor (BPS-17). However, after the KPPSC deducted marks awarded for additional nursing qualifications, she fell out of the selection zone and another candidate was appointed in her place, leading to the present dispute.
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From Engagement to Harm: USA Court Orders Meta to Fund $567 Million Abatement Plan Over Youth Mental Health and Child Safety Risks
The State of New Mexico brought proceedings against Meta alleging that it contributed to youth mental health harms and facilitated the sexual exploitation of children. The case examined the impact of Meta’s platform design, recommendation systems and engagement-focused features on children, families and public institutions throughout the State.
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Not under Arrest, yet not free to leave: Malaya High Court explains when Police Control becomes Arrest
The case arose from events that unfolded at Dataran Merdeka, when participants attending a candlelight vigil were required by police officers to accompany them to Dang Wangi District Police Headquarters. Although the police maintained that the participants were not under arrest, they were transported in police vehicles, detained for several hours, and later issued compounds before being released.
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Was a Severe Arterial Injury Following Blood Donation a Mere Complication or Negligence? Malaya High Court Answers
The appellant, a first-time blood donor, was hospitalised for seven days after developing a pseudoaneurysm and compartment syndrome following a blood donation procedure. The appellant’s claim, initially dismissed by the Sessions Court, ultimately came before the Malaya High Court on appeal.
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A Person’s Caste Has No Place in an FIR: Pakistan SC issues directions banning caste, conversion status references in FIRs, arrest memos
The Court opined that practices of prefixing or suffixing names with caste identifiers in official police records perpetuate a social ill that the Constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan explicitly and unequivocally aims to eradicate.
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Can Discussions and Documents Referring to Profit Sharing Give Rise to a Legally Binding Agreement? UK Court of Appeal Examines
The dispute arose after a hotel redevelopment project generated profits from the sale of newly developed properties. While the builders claimed entitlement to a share of those profits under an alleged partnership arrangement, the owners stated that the parties’ relationship was governed solely by a building contract.
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Russian Arbitrazh Court Refuses to Halt LCIA Arbitration Proceedings Despite Claims of Restricted Access to Justice
The case arose from a Russian company’s attempt to restrain LCIA arbitration proceedings on the ground that foreign restrictive measures and procedural difficulties had rendered the arbitration agreement incapable of performance.
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UK High Court Interprets JKM-TTF Pricing Clause in US$29 Million LNG Charterparty Dispute
The dispute arose from a five-year LNG charterparty under which hire was linked to the spread between the JKM and TTF LNG price indices. After market conditions shifted dramatically in 2022 and TTF began exceeding JKM for sustained periods, the Court examined how the contractual pricing formula was intended to operate in those circumstances.
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Buying Finished Gold Bars from Russian Nationals Is “Procuring Geological Materials” Under US Sanctions Law: DC Circuit Upholds OFAC Sanctions on Diegelmann Traders
The dispute arose from Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions imposed on German nationals engaged in the precious-metals trade for their alleged involvement with Russia-based metals companies. The appeal presented questions regarding the interpretation of the Russia metals and mining sanctions regime and the evidentiary basis for OFAC’s determination.
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Does Ratification of New York Convention Amount to Waiver of Sovereign Immunity? UK Court of Appeal Clarifies in Devas Award Enforcement Dispute
The present appeal concerned the interplay between the enforcement obligations under the New York Convention and the doctrine of sovereign immunity. The Court of Appeal examined whether a Contracting State, by ratifying the Convention, submits to the jurisdiction of English courts in enforcement proceedings and held that Article III preserves, rather than waives, State immunity.
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Final Judicial Orders Cannot Be Nullified Through Subsequent Ex Parte Decrees: Lahore HC Reaffirms Statutory Protection of Overseas Pakistanis’ Property Rights
“The protection of the rights and interests of Overseas Pakistanis has consistently remained a matter of public importance, considering their valuable contribution to the national economy through remittances and the practical difficulties they face in pursuing litigation while residing abroad. Delay in adjudication of such matters often results in undue hardship and prejudice to their legal rights.”
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Can Delays in Rehousing a Disabled Homeless Applicant Be Dismissed as Mere Ad Hoc Failures? UK High Court Decides Under Equality Act
The case arose from a homelessness application made by a disabled applicant who was assessed as requiring accommodation within the London Borough of Lambeth or near his treating hospital. After being placed in out-of-borough temporary accommodation for a prolonged period, he brought proceedings alleging breach of the duty to make reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act, 2010.
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Oral consent given under anaesthesia or state of limited capacity, cannot be considered informed consent: Peshawar High Court
In this case, wherein a plastic surgeon made a significant departure from the originally contemplated procedure of simple debridement and decided to amputate the plaintiff’s injured finger, the Court discussed the necessity of informed consent, a doctor’s duty of care and burden of proof in medical negligence cases.
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