Split or “asymmetric” arbitration clauses, commonly referred to as “unilateral option clauses” (“UOCs”), provide one party (or a group of parties, but not all the parties) with the exclusive option to elect between arbitration or litigation to resolve their disputes.

On December 23, 2024, the U.S.

Back in 2019, the government of Slovakia introduced what it called the ‘recreation allowance’ to boost domestic tourism. It requires certain employers to contribute financially to domestic trips taken by eligible employees....

I – ADDITIONAL CSLL - Following the House of Representatives’ approval just one day before, the Brazilian Federal Senate approved, on December 18, 2024, Bill of Law No. 3,817/2024 (the “bill”), which introduces an Additional Social Contribution on Net Profit (the “Additional CSLL”)....