Magyar Telekom Telecommunications Sector Judgment

The Court of Justice of the European Union has issued a judgment concerning Magyar Telekom's telecommunications sector practices. The case involves the interpretation of Directive (EU) 2018/1972 regarding the rights of end-users to terminate contracts due to unilateral modifications by service providers.

Insurance License Revoked for Fraud

The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) has revoked Richard Muntean's insurance license. The revocation is based on a stipulation admitting that Muntean obtained his license through misrepresentation or fraud and used dishonest practices, demonstrating untrustworthiness.

Corporate Veil Doctrine in Offshore Jurisdictions

This article explores the corporate veil doctrine and its implications in key offshore jurisdictions like BVI, Jersey, and Hong Kong. It provides a comparative analysis of legal principles, statutory provisions, and case law relevant to practitioners and researchers.

GlobaLex: Open-Access Legal Periodical for International Law Research

GlobaLex, an open-access electronic legal periodical focused on international, comparative, and foreign law research, was founded in 2005 by New York University School of Law. It publishes six issues annually, with authors regularly updating content to reflect legal changes and ensure historical preservation.

Overview of Saudi Arabian Legal System

This document provides an overview of the Saudi Arabian legal system, authored by Dr. Abdullah F. Ansary and published in July 2008. It details the historical context, authorities of the state, and the structure of the judicial branch, including various courts and reforms.

The Law in Zimbabwe

This article provides an overview of the law in Zimbabwe, authored by Otto Saki and Tatenda Chiware and published in February 2007. It details the historical context, sources of law, the constitution, the justice system, and the legal profession within Zimbabwe.

Research on Asian-Pacific Trading Systems: APEC, ASEAN, TPP, CPTPP, RCEP

This research article, updated in November/December 2025, provides an overview of trading systems in the Asian-Pacific region, including APEC, ASEAN, TPP, CPTPP, and RCEP. It details membership as of December 2024 and lists resources for further research on these economic alliances.

Proposed Rule: Conformance of Cost Accounting Standards to GAAP

The Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) is proposing changes to Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) 407 to align them with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This action is part of an ongoing effort to reduce the regulatory footprint of CAS for standards that primarily focus on cost measurement and assignment to accounting periods.

Proposed Rule: Cost Accounting Standards Monetary Thresholds

The Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) is proposing to increase several monetary thresholds related to Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) coverage. This includes raising the full CAS coverage threshold, the disclosure statement threshold, and the CAS waiver authority threshold. The proposal also includes clarifications on applying CAS to indefinite delivery contracts.

Cost Accounting Standards Board Meeting Agenda Notice

The Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) is publishing a notice of the agenda for closed Cost Accounting Standards Board (CAS) meetings. The notice details discussion topics for past and upcoming meetings in late 2025 and early 2026, focusing on CAS conformance to GAAP, regulatory thresholds, cost impact of accounting changes, and pension harmonization.