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International Arbitration Experts Discuss The Impact On The Global Economy

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The economic hardships that have resulted have exposed many businesses to financial strain and led to an increased number of high-profile insolvencies and bankruptcies. Converteam SAS has held that under the New York Convention, only a party to a signed arbitration agreement can compel arbitration.

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The Road to Recovery in Detroit

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The manager will determine what he can salvage from a legacy of decline that has left Motown on the cusp of bankruptcy. Cerberus, an equity player who had acquired a majority stake in Chrysler from German auto giant Daimler-Benz in 2007, went into bankruptcy in 2009. automaker from going the way of the dinosaurs.

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constructionattorneyblog: New York court holds that contractor.

Construction Lawyer

You are not our client and we are not your attorneys unless and until you enter into a written retainer agreement with us.   Chapeau filed bankruptcy. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice.  The opinion can be read here. October 2012.

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constructionattorneyblog: Waivers of liens: fraud

Construction Lawyer

You are not our client and we are not your attorneys unless and until you enter into a written retainer agreement with us. The Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Illinois recently ruled that a contractor who falsified waivers of lien engaged in fraudulent conduct and his debt to the bank was non-dischargeable. October 2012.

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Seventh Circuit examines "pay-if-paid" provision

Construction Lawyer

You are not our client and we are not your attorneys unless and until you enter into a written retainer agreement with us. Fidelity had issued a payment bond, but Fidelity refused to pay after the owner declared bankruptcy, and BMD sued Fidelity. The question became whether the general or the subcontractor would bear the risk of loss.

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities – Metro And Global Rankings

Business Facilities

Yes, we know that Detroit became the largest city in history to file for bankruptcy protection, a process the city is expected to emerge from this year. Cerberus, an equity player who had acquired a majority stake in Chrysler from German auto giant Daimler-Benz in 2007, went into bankruptcy in 2009. automotive industry.

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State by State Incentives Guide

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A business that applies for the exemption must enter into an agreement with the Governor of Alabama. The business must sign a job-creation agreement under the Advantage Arkansas program within 24 months of signing the Tax Back agreement. Must expand its labor force, make new capital investment, or prevent loss of employment.

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