Business Law and Corporate Law

The EU's new withdrawal button requirement will fundamentally reshape how online traders interact with consumers across member states. From June 2026, businesses offering digital contracts must implement a two-step withdrawal function that allows consumers to exercise their 14-day cooling-off period with unprecedented ease. What technical, operational, and legal changes must traders implement to meet these obligations, and what are the consequences of non-compliance?

Turkey's Constitutional Court has issued a landmark ruling on the liability of e-commerce platforms toward consumers in cases involving defective goods and services. The decision addresses whether intermediary service providers can be held responsible when consumers face difficulties reaching sellers directly, and examines the constitutional implications of limiting platform liability in consumer transactions.

This podcast explores the legal framework of force majeure under English law, featuring insights from experts who recently published a comprehensive book on the subject. The discussion covers practical strategies for drafting effective force majeure clauses and navigating real-world scenarios where these provisions come into play.

Macfarlanes offers a distinctive approach to serving private capital managers by integrating top-tier legal expertise with complementary non-legal services. This combination creates a comprehensive solution designed specifically for the unique needs of private capital firms.

Türkiye'de doğrudan yabancı yatırımlar, teknoloji girişimciliği ve İstanbul Finans Merkezi'ne yönelik kapsamlı düzenlemeler yürürlüğe girdi. Nitelikli hizmet merkezleri için yeni teşvikler, teknogirişim şirketlerine sermaye artırımında esneklik ve İstanbul Finans Merkezi'nde faaliyet gösteren kurumlara genişletilmiş vergi avantajları getiren bu değişiklikler, ulusl

Modern family wealth is increasingly international. Entrepreneurs, investors, and high-net-worth families often hold assets across multiple jurisdictions, while family members may reside in different countries.

On 29 June 2026, s250 Crime and Policing Act 2026 will come into force. Its effect is far-reaching: the “senior manager” test of corporate criminal attribution, introduced by the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency...

The Supreme Court has ruled that fiduciaries must account for all profits made from their position, even if they could have earned those profits without breaching their duty.

An advisory board is informal and consultative, with no legal authority, no fiduciary duties, and no Companies House registration. Its recommendations can be accepted or rejected freely.

The European Commission has adopted new implementing technical standards under the Market Abuse Regulation, fundamentally changing how issuers must maintain insider lists.

For years, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) disclosures of companies (broadly referring to a company’s environmental impact, social practices and internal governance structure), were largely driven by reputational incentives and sustainable financing, showcasing a “green” or “responsible” corporate branding.

This comprehensive update examines significant changes to UK employee share schemes and executive remuneration, including expanded eligibility for the Enterprise Management Incentive scheme, the introduction of PISCES trading platform for private company shares, and modifications to Employee Ownership Trust tax relief. The analysis covers recent tribunal decisions on employment status and proprietary estoppel claims, providing critical insights for companies managing employee equity compensation.