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Harmonisation of EU Trademark Legislation and the new Malta Trademark Act
In light of the economic importance of trademark rights and regulation to the EU internal market as well as to the national economies of all Member States, in 2008 the EU embarked on a total reform of its trademark legislation which resulted in the...
Shareholders Rights & Directors’ Liabilities
Shareholders’ recourse against company director restricted – remedy available only while company is still in operationThe court restricted a director’s liability in a recent judgement in which plaintiffs invoked unfair prejudice in terms of Article 402 (1)...
Constitutional decision on Maltese rent laws – Low band club rent in breach of owners’ humans rights
Over the years there have been numerous amendments to the Maltese laws on lease, the most recent being Act XXVII of 2018 relating to dwelling houses and commercial leases, with the exclusion of band clubs. Under contemporary civil law, The Reletting of...
Controversial EU Copyright Directive approved: enhanced rights for copyright owners or the end of internet freedom?
This week, on the 26th March 2019, the European Parliament approved the controversial EU Directive on Copyright in the Digital Single Market [“the Directive”] which will now pass on to the European Council for final approval by Member States. Should the...
IURIS reaches out to Portuguese & Spanish nationals
IURIS is proud to announce the launch of its new Iberian Desk bringing a new dimension to the firm, thanks to its recent collaboration with consultant João Paulo Teixeira de Matos.Iberian Desk at IURISThe Iuris Iberian Desk addresses the needs of Iberian...
A toothless Competition Office ?
Legal changes presented in 2018 and aiming to regulate the Competition Office in Malta, which falls under the Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (MCCAA), following the landmark judgement in 2016 instituted by the Federation of Estate Agents...
Company directors responsible for fatality on construction site
Criminal Liability of Company officials On 13th February 2019 the Court of Magistrates (Criminal Judicature) presided over by Magistrate Josette Demicoli delivered its sentence in Pulizija vs. Deguara et concerning the death of a young 26-year-old...
Business transition: Restructuring and succession plannings of family business firms, a strategic issue
Family businesses, economic pillar and backbone of Maltese society In Malta, family businesses are the economic backbone of our society and have been able to withstand economic recessions. According to the Maltese Government statistics, 75% of businesses...
IURIS Advocates is recruiting
LAWYERJob details: IURIS Advocates is seeking to recruit a highly motivated lawyer to join its civil and commercial department. The candidate must be dedicated, thorough, and a team player with good communication skills, willing to pave a career within an...
Property Development – Right of use over roof hinders the development of airspace
The conflict that may arise between one’s right to develop an airspace and another’s right of use over such a space was recently the subject of a lawsuit in which Iuris Advocates was involved. The matter was decided by the First Hall of the Civil Court in...
Introducing IURIS Business Solutions
IURIS has extended its portfolio of professional services to provide tailored business solutions that address the intricate challenges any organisation may face. Our services are carried out through proficient advisory, support and training, thus providing...
IURIS helps client win over €650K in damages for personal injury following traffic collision
A man was recently awarded over €665,000 as compensation for damages sustained as a result of a traffic collision, when his car was rammed into at high speed by a truck while he was stationery at the traffic lights. As a result the man suffered grave...
MFSA Guidance notes on Politically Exposed Persons
On the 8th of October, the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) announced issued “guidance notes” on Politically Exposed Persons (PEP’s) as part of its implementing procedure, to ensure its effort to enhance Anti-Money Laundering legislation. This...
IURIS at the Delta Summit 2018
This week IURIS was present and participated at the exciting Delta Summit spanning from the 3rd till 5th October 2018. The Summit designed to launch and celebrate Malta as the first regulated centre for virtual currency and ICOs showcased Malta’s...
Condominium Law – Your Rights and Obligations
The Condominium Act regulates situations where the respective owners of separate units within a building or group of buildings also enjoy rights of ownership or the enjoyment of the common parts together with the other owners. What is considered a Common...
Recent Amendments to Employment Legislation
Four new Legal Notices have brought about amendments to existing employment laws and regulations, introducing new provisions regulating the respective rights and duties of employees and employers. Introduced on the 10th of August 2018, these Legal Notices...
Maltese Rent Laws – Controversial social housing measures enacted
Housing (Decontrol) Ordinance (Amendment) Act, 2018 Act XXVII of 2018 entitled Housing (Decontrol) Ordinance (Amendment) Act, 2018 has recently been enacted introducing amendments to the Housing (Decontrol) Ordinance (Chapter 158). The amendments concern...
Malta Property Leases – Amendments to Maltese rent laws
Act VIII of 2018 was recently enacted by Parliament amending the sub-lease provisions in the Civil Code. The Act introduces new sub-articles to article 1613 of the Civil Code (Chapter 16) which regulates sub-leases, and which prior to this amendment stated...