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Navigating the Corporate Transparency Act: A Guide for Law Firm Operations

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) represents a notable stride in the ongoing evolution of U.S. corporate law. With its focus on illuminating the shadows where illicit financial activities thrive, this legislation is instrumental in fostering greater transparency. It would also fight against money laundering, terrorism financing, and other financial crimes that can hide behind corporate …

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Top Law Firms Approached to Rescind Navi Pillay’s Award

Top law firms have sparked a heated controversy by sponsoring the American Branch of the International Law Association’s 2023 Outstanding Achievement Award. Navi Pillay is set to receive this prestigious accolade. She is a United Nations official who has become widely recognized for her deeply contentious positions on Israel. Allegedly, she has anti-Semitic sentiments This choice …

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Israel and Hamas: Navigating the Laws of War

The recent events in Israel and Hamas have left the world grappling with a complex and emotionally charged situation. International law provides a framework to analyze and understand these events. These are crucial as new information continues to emerge and debates over unconfirmed allegations abound over laws of war. Two fundamental principles emerge from this …

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Hardeep Singh Nijjar: International Law and Religious Crime

Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a prominent Sikh leader, was killed in British Columbia on June 18th, 2023. It has raised serious questions about potential violations of international law on religious crime. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced an investigation into the alleged involvement of the Indian government. It has ignited a contentious international dispute. If the …

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UN Appeals for Gender Apartheid in Afghanistan for Women Rights

Roza Otunbayeva, the leader of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), recently raised concerns about the alarming situation in Afghanistan, particularly regarding women rights. In a poignant address, she highlighted the dire circumstances faced by Afghan women and their urgent need for protection and support. The UN has termed the situation in Afghanistan …

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Systemic Racism: Israel’s Treatment of Eritreans

In recent events, the treatment of Eritrean asylum seekers in Israel has come under intense scrutiny. It sheds light on systemic racism and human rights violations within the country. Israel is a nation built upon the principles of providing refuge to Jewish communities worldwide. It is facing criticism for handling the Eritrean community within its …

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Russia and Ukraine’s Showdown over Genocide Allegations at International Court of Justice

In a powerful United Nations Security Council address, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned Russia for what he described as “criminal and unprovoked aggression.” The increased aggression at the International Court of Justice has become today’s top news story. This marked his first direct encounter with Russian officials since his country was invaded. It came as …

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Iran’s Legal Challenge against Canadian Anti Terrorism Law

Iran took a bold step by filing a lawsuit against Canada at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Iran’s challenge focuses on Canada’s terrorism designation and a law letting individuals sue Iran in Canadian courts for terrorism injuries. Iran argues this violates international law. This challenge targets the terrorism exception in sovereign immunity, impacting global …

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Impact of UN Cyber Crime Treaty on Human Rights

Since May 2021, UN member states have negotiated to create an international treaty to combat cyber crime. If adopted by the UN General Assembly, this treaty would represent a significant milestone, being the first binding UN instrument specifically addressing cyber crime. The proposed treaty can establish a global legal framework for international cooperation in preventing, …

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Which Countries Are Taking the Lead on LEED?

As the countries of the world work on becoming more green, governments and institutions have been developing distinct criteria for measuring energy efficiency. One of the frameworks that the US developed in the 90s – and which countries globally are using as a standard for energy efficiency in construction – is the LEED system. LEED …

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