United Nations Publishes Guidelines for Doing Business in Conflict Zones
Rotterdam, the Netherlands , August 30, 2010
New guidelines for doing business in conflict zones include legal considerations for international contractors.
Key Differences Between U.S. and Netherlands Contract Law
Rotterdam, the Netherlands , April 27, 2010
This entry contrasts the approach taken by Netherlands civil law and "American" common law to issues such as contractual penalties, pre-contractual liability and the interpretation of contractual rights and duties.
EU Regulation replaces ROME I Treaty
Rotterdam, the Netherlands , Januari 18, 2010
New regulation is implemented regarding the applicable law to contractual obligations.
A Short Summary of the EU Mediation Directive
Rotterdam, The Netherlands , September 2, 2009
The EU Mediation Directive was enacted in 2008 with the intended effect of harmonizing the use of mediation across the EU.
Lady Duff Gordon and Contractual Good Faith
The Hague, August 11, 2009
One of the major differences between the contract law of civil law countries and common law jurisdictions is the way the concept of "good faith" is used and understood.