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Employment & Labour
Tesla Racial Discrimination Trial: What California Alleges and Why FEHA Has No Damages Cap
California's Civil Rights Department takes Tesla to a bench trial in Oakland over alleged race discrimination and harassment at its Fremont plant, with no FEHA cap on damages. We set out the claims, the parallel EEOC and private cases, and what employers should take from them.
Tax
How Long Do I Have to Live Outside the UK to Avoid Inheritance Tax? The 3 to 10 Year Tail Explained
Maritime & Shipping
What Does War Risk Insurance Cover? Hormuz, the Red Sea and the Black Sea in 2026
Competition & Antitrust
Google Ad Tech Antitrust Remedies Ruling Explained: A Six-Year Monitor and No AdX Sale
Technology, Media & Telecoms
Is Apple Suing the UK Government? The IPT Fight Over Encryption Secrecy
Regulatory & Public
What Is the Status of IEEPA Refunds? CAPE Phase 3, Liquidated Entries and the Appeal
Technology, Media & Telecoms
What Is the Timeline for Implementing the EU AI Act? Business Obligations After the Omnibus Delay
Immigration & Citizenship
Can I Get Residency in Latvia If I Buy a House? Not From 15 September 2026
Dispute Resolution & Litigation
What Is Litigation Funding in the UK? PACCAR and the CAT Reforms
Competition & Antitrust
How Are EU Cartel Fines Calculated? Inside the €72m Battery Cartel Decision
Energy, Environment & Resources
What Is the Empowering Consumers Directive? The EU Greenwashing Ban That Applies From 27 September
Technology, Media & Telecoms