Businesses around the globe, including those situated in Germany, continue to face difficulties because of disruptions in their supply chain created, in particular, by COVID-19 and the war in Ukraine. To add to that, the new German Supply Act on Corporate Diligence Obligations in Supply Chains (the “Act”) is likely to place further pressure on … Continue Reading
A new law in Germany means new rules for rental and lease agreements during the Covid-19 crisis. The special rule which came into force on 1 April 2020 and that applies initially for a period of three months to all commercial and private rental and lease agreements, may have a significant economic impact for landlords … Continue Reading
What should German organisations be doing to mitigate the impact of Covid-19 on their business, staff, supply chains, etc Here is an overview of the key legal issues for businesses in Germany to consider, together with some practical steps for businesses to take. Also available in German – click here.… Continue Reading
In a Cross-Jurisdictional review of distressed loan sales in US, France, Germany and Spain, Squire Patton Boggs’ insolvency/restructuring lawyers from each of these jurisdictions give a high-level overview of both economic and legal market trends and how certain key legal issues are being addressed by their local insolvency regimes. They look at: Who is selling … Continue Reading
