Growth is exciting for companies, but it can also create hidden legal risk. When growth is too quick, legal questions are too often postponed in favor of speed. This could lead to the following issues:
A public campaign is a good way to build trust, visibility and strengthen a company’s credibility. It can also create legal and reputational risks if the message is vague or unsupported. This is especially relevant in sustainability, AI and corporate … Read the rest
By Tuomo Kauttu, Aliant Finland. Beyond the exceptional high-profile risks recently highlighted in the news, several general key risk-related concerns commonly arise in cross-border contexts. How can a parent company minimize these risks? What degree of control … Read the rest
By Pekka Valo, Aliant Finland. The general rule is that when people are employed or usually work in Finland the Finnish employment legislation is applied. Finland has adopted Regulation (EC) 593/2008 on the law applicable to contractual … Read the rest
By Anthony McClaren, Aliant USA. As international companies grow their footprint and tap into new markets, understanding local hiring laws and employment structures becomes vital to building sustainable operations. In this 17-part series, we guide foreign businesses through the … Read the rest
By Tuomo Kauttu , Aliant Finland. Investing in Finland requires careful consideration of corporate structures, taxation, and regulatory compliance. This article outlines key aspects of investment in Finland, including ownership structures, business regulations, and tax considerations.
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By Pekka Valo, Aliant Finland. The general rule is that when people are employed or usually work in Finland the Finnish employment legislation is applied. Finland has adopted Regulation (EC) 593/2008 on the law applicable to contractual … Read the rest
By Jacob Stein, Aliant USA. Courts traditionally respect corporate structures, recognizing them as separate legal persons from their owners. This separation is what allows business owners to avoid personal liability for their entity’s debts. But when courts suspect that … Read the rest
By Friedrich Helml and Julia Helml, Aliant Austria. To read the full article, visit: The World Financial Review. In recent years, the increasing influence of geopolitical tensions on global business operations has become undeniable. From sanctions … Read the rest
By Tuomo Kauttu, Aliant Finland. A strategy for international M&A transaction in Finland requires analysis of three levels of regulation development. Beyond local laws, it is useful to consider both, the Nordic harmonization and EU harmonization. This view … Read the rest