Business Law and Corporate Law

In a previous article for Insights,1 the new British Virgin Islands (“B.V.I.”) beneficial ownership information (“B.O.I.”) reporting regime was considered in the context of wider transparency developments affecting offshore financial centers.

ExxonMobil's shareholders have delivered a decisive victory for the company's reincorporation to Texas, with over 70% approval despite opposition from major proxy advisors ISS and Glass Lewis.

The Board of the Privy Council has refused permission for a director of a Mauritian company in liquidation to continue a claim on behalf of the company, instead of the liquidators: Manhattan Coffee Investment Holding (in liquidation) v Mwagiru [2026] UKPC 21.

A New Jersey federal court ruled that an exclusive reseller agreement for law enforcement training curricula may constitute a franchise relationship under state law, despite the parties never using the term "franchise."

Early transparency around costs, infrastructure constraints, and permitting considerations can serve as a competitive advantage in major economic development projects. Drawing on real-world development scenarios, this piece highlights how proactive disclosure and infrastructure planning can help manage risk, protect project timelines, and build trust among companies, communities, and stakeholders.

Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools are increasingly being used by businesses, often without the knowledge or direction of their counsel. A recent federal court decision, United States v. Heppner...

The SEC's proposed shift from quarterly to semiannual reporting may seem like a straightforward compliance simplification, but it could create significant misalignment with existing credit and derivatives agreements that contractually require quarterly financial data. This potential disconnect raises questions about defaults, operational disruptions, and the preservation of contractual rights across financing and derivatives documentation.

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Early-stage startups have three primary methods to raise capital: convertible notes, SAFEs, and equity financing rounds. Each option carries different levels of complexity and suits different stages of company growth. Understanding the mechanics of convertible notes—including valuation caps, discount rates, and conversion triggers—is essential for founders navigating their first fundraising decisions.

When a public charity is formed, the focus is often on the organization’s purpose, the application for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, and board structure. Another decision is just as important: whether the corporation...

A Colorado lawsuit challenges a donor-advised fund sponsor's decision to suspend advisory privileges over a $21 million fund, raising critical questions about the legal enforceability of donor advisory rights that families...

South Carolina lawmakers have been considering legislation since early 2025 that would tie the statewide property tax exemption available for low-income housing owned or managed...