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Firm News 8 results

Firm News | 3 min read | 04.01.24

Crowell Earns Top Rankings in Legal 500 EMEA 2024

Brussels and Doha – April 1, 2024: The Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) 2024 edition has recognized 16 practice areas and 11 lawyers in Crowell & Moring’s Brussels and Doha offices. The 11 individual lawyers received 18 total rankings across the 16 different practice areas.
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Firm News | 2 min read | 04.13.22

Legal 500 EMEA Ranks Crowell & Moring in 11 Practice Areas and Recognizes Seven Lawyers

Brussels – April 13, 2022:  The Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) 2022 edition has recognized 11 practice areas and seven lawyers in Crowell & Moring’s Brussels office. The seven individual lawyers received 12 total rankings across all practice areas. The publication seeks to “highlight the practice area teams who are providing the most cutting edge and innovative advice to corporate counsel.”
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Firm News | 2 min read | 12.14.21

DEAL NOTE: Crowell & Moring Advises Kymco Capital and Kwang Yang Motor Co. in First Publicly Traded EV Motorcycle Company in U.S., Valued at $1.77 Billion

Los Angeles, CA – December 14, 2021: Harley-Davidson, Inc. and AEA Bridges Impact Corp. (ABIC), a special purpose acquisition company with a dedicated sustainability focus, announced on December 12 that they have entered into a definitive business combination agreement under which ABIC will combine with LiveWire, Harley-Davidson’s electric motorcycle division, to create a new publicly traded company. Crowell & Moring advised Kymco Capital and Kwang Yang Motor Co. Ltd. (KYMCO) in its strategic investment in LiveWire.
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Client Alerts 26 results

Client Alert | 4 min read | 12.19.24

New EU Directive Impacting Digital Platforms and Individuals Working for Them

On 23 October 2024, the European Parliament adopted Directive (EU) 2024/2831 (“the Directive”), aimed at improving conditions for individuals working for digital platforms.  The Directive introduces comprehensive measures to: address the employment status of digital platform workers, ensure transparency and fairness in algorithmic management, and strengthen the protection of personal data. The Directive came into force on 1 December 2024, and Member States are required to adopt the necessary measures for transposition into national law by 2 December 2026.
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Client Alert | 22 min read | 05.31.24

2024: An Overview of New and Upcoming Belgian and EU Laws and Regulations – UPDATED in May 2024

At the beginning of the year, we brought to your attention that a number of important Belgian and EU legislative changes are likely to have an impact in 2024: there are new laws that have been adopted and proposals that are expected to firm up into law.
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Client Alert | 4 min read | 03.20.24

The EU AI Act and Obligations for Companies Operating in the European Union

In an era where regulatory landscapes are rapidly evolving, companies with a footprint in the European Union must stay vigilant and adaptable. The EU has recently unveiled a comprehensive set of guidelines that impose fresh obligations on both EU and non-EU based companies operating within its borders. This client alert is the first in a series designed to decode the complexities of the new EU regulations and provide actionable insights for businesses to ensure full compliance[1]. Stay tuned as we unravel the details of these pivotal changes and guide you through the steps your business needs to take to align with the EU's heightened regulatory standards.
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Press Coverage 2 results

Press Coverage | 11.27.17

Data Protection: Why The New Regulation Scares Businesses

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Press Coverage | 11.09.17

Pourquoi le GDPR fait peur aux entreprises

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Publications 6 results

Publication | 05.14.24

EU Cybersecurity: Legislative Developments for the Region

Privacy and Cybersecurity Outlook: The 2024 Landscape
Cybersecurity plays a key role in various legal instruments of the European Union. It frequently appears as a specific duty or as a necessary element for establishing trust with the public.
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Events 12 results

Event | 10.17.19, 5:00 PM UTC - 7:30 PM UTC

The ICO Bares its (Sharp) Teeth: What You Need to Know About GDPR One Year On

We have now seen the ICO bare its teeth with huge proposed fines for GDPR breaches. In this session, we will be hosting a panel discussion on practical issues around GDPR one year (and a bit) on, what organisations need to be doing to avoid missteps, and the likely consequences if they get it wrong.
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Event | 05.24.19, 9:00 AM UTC - 1:30 PM UTC

IJE / IBJ for a Deep Dive on the GDPR - 1 Year Later

On May 25, 2019, we will celebrate the first birthday of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We are proud to invite you to our seminar with special guest speaker Mr. David Stevens, the newly appointed Chairman of the Belgian Data Protection Authority, who will shed light on the implementation of the GDPR from the point of view of the Authority.
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Event | 04.04.19, 12:00 PM UTC - 2:00 PM UTC

IoT Open Table Discussion: Legal and IT Risks & Challenges

The Internet of Things (IoT) is revolutionizing how businesses, consumers, and public infrastructure interact by connecting everyday electronic devices to the Internet and to one another. This phenomenon is no longer restricted to a business context, as more and more people see the advantages of IoT products for their own personal use.
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Webinars 6 results

Webinar | 01.28.25, 12:00 PM CET - 2:00 PM CET

The New Law on Private Investigations: Challenges, Risks, and Best Practices

In collaboration with the IBJThe Belgian law of 18 May 2024 regulating private investigations marks a significant shift in the legal landscape for employers conducting internal investigations. This comprehensive reform replaces outdated legislation and introduces stricter compliance requirements, notably impacting data privacy and HR practices. Understanding these legal requirements is essential to avoid potential pitfalls and ensure that investigations are carried out in a lawful and efficient manner. 
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Webinar | 03.26.24, 12:00 PM CET - 1:45 PM CET

Get Your Act Together: The AI Act is Coming!

In this webinar, we will start with a general overview of the AI Act, the first horizontal legislation worldwide to regulate the safety of AI-systems, before moving to a few focal points.

Webinar | 10.26.21, 11:00 AM CEST - 12:00 PM CEST

HR Privacy – Case Law Developments of the Labor Courts and the Belgian DPA (2018-2021)

In Collaboration with IBJ/IJE More than 3 years after the go-live of the GDPR, we have a good view on how both the Belgian data protection authority (DPA) and the Belgian courts tackle HR issues from a GDPR point of view. 
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Speaking Engagements 25 results

Blog Posts 1 result

Blog Post | 08.26.24

The NIS2 Directive is on the Edge of Enforcement: What Now for EU/US Companies?

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