Publications
Which collective bargaining agreement is applicable? Understanding the business succession scenario in Spain
This article aims to examine the rights of workers in cases of business succession resulting from mergers and acquisitions. The analysis focuses on the applicable collective bargaining agreement according to the content of Article 44.4 of the Spanish Workers’ Statute and related jurisprudence, addressing the challenges of applying different collective bargaining agreements to employees of the same company.
Released on Apr 21, 2026
HR in Singapore’s digital economy
The article examines how Singapore’s employment law framework has evolved in response to the trend of digital transformation. It highlights key legal considerations relating to hybrid work models, cross-border employment, digital monitoring, and the ethical use of AI in HR decision-making, emphasising the need to balance innovation with regulatory compliance and fairness.
Released on Apr 21, 2026
Obligations to agree and consult trade unions under the draft Polish Pay Transparency Act
The draft Polish act implementing the EU Pay Transparency Directive imposes a number of obligations on employers that require cooperation with workplace trade union organisations or – where no such organisations operate – with employee representatives elected by the workforce. This article analyses the scope and nature of these obligations, with particular emphasis on the fundamental distinction in Polish employment law between consultation and agreement. It also discusses the practical challenges that the new regulations may create for employers and social partners.
Released on Apr 20, 2026
Drifting away and losing focus: the aging high-net-worth client in their wisdom, confusion and vulnerability
This conference session addressed one of the most sensitive and increasingly common challenges facing legal, tax and advisory professionals: how to respond when an ageing client becomes vulnerable, less autonomous and their decision-making is questioned, all this in the context of one’s mental capacity and exposure to undue influence. As global populations age and wealth concentrations grow among older individuals, professionals are encountering more cases where diminished capacity, undue influence and unconventional personal decisions converge.
Released on Apr 16, 2026