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IIC Hosts Seminar on Inheritance Law: Delivered by Nicolas Kyriakides
The Insurance Institute of Cyprus (IIC) recently conducted a one-day seminar titled “Succession and Insurance,” featuring a presentation by our partner, Nicolas Kyriakides. This seminar provided a comprehensive introduction to inheritance law, specifically addressing its - Read More...
New developments in European state aid for aviation and the impact on Cyprus
The European aviation sector is undergoing significant regulatory scrutiny, particularly concerning state aid provided to airlines and airport operators. Recent decision by the European Commission has brought to light the complexities that EU member states - Read More...
Τhe modernisation of the Family Law legislation in Cyprus
The recent amendments to Article 111 of the Constitution, the Marriage Law (Law 104/2003), the Family Courts Law (Law 23/1990) and the Law on Attempted Conciliation and Spiritual Resolution of Marriage (Law 22/1990) contributed to - Read More...
Bereavement Damages – Out of touch with modern families
For many years, the law in relation to bereavement damages has been outdated and is not reflecting today’s modern society and ensuring a level playing field across the UK and the rest of the world - Read More...
Cyprus inaugurates the Limited Liability Shipping Company (LLSC)
New legislation has been passed in Cyprus, providing for the opportunity for ship-owners to establish a Limited Liability Shipping Company (LLSC).
Prohibition of providing Russian oil by European ships
The EU has approved six packages of sanctions in response to Russia’s unprecedented and unprovoked military offense against Ukraine. The measures are aimed at limiting the Kremlin’s ability to finance the war and cause clear - Read More...
The ‘Ever Given’ Departs, the Legal Battle Continues
The ‘Ever Given’, the containership that blocked the Suez Canal in March 2021, is now finally on its way after being detained for over 3 months. However, legal issues in relation to the incident are - Read More...
Update on the Cyprus/Greece Ferry Link: Larnaca’s case
In December 2020 Cyprus launched an unsuccessful tender for re-establishment of the Cyprus/Greece ferry connection. A new tender on more viable terms is on the cards, which could further address concerns raised by the Larnaca - Read More...
Cyprus strategy for the Shipping sector
The Cyprus Ministry for shipping is preparing a new strategic vision for Cyprus shipping sector that will determine the future of the maritime industry.
Marine Cyberattacks: Analysis of Liability and IMO 2021
Cyberattacks bear risk for shipping companies in terms of contractual liability, third party liability, and regulator violations. Such liability may be excluded or limited by complying with IMO 2021 regulations and guidelines regarding Safety Management - Read More...
Adverse inferences in matrimonial litigation arising from the denial to submit to a DNA test – the position of the Cyprus Supreme Court
When a person refuses to submit to DNA testing under a Court order, the Court is entitled only to take the refusal on record to draw an adverse inference therefrom. The DNA testing is the - Read More...
Mutual Recognition and Enforcement of maintenance decisions
This article examines the reciprocal recognition and enforcement of decisions rendered by a judicial or administrative authority in a Contracting State in respect of a maintenance obligation arising from a family relationship, parentage, marriage or - Read More...