Are white collar workers/employees legally entitled to Gratuity or Provident Fund payments under Pakistani law?
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Does hourly billing create a conflict of interest?
Does a lawyer have any motivation to complete the case work as soon as possible if he/she will be paid more to
What type of derivatives transactions (swaps and options) are permitted under Pakistani law?
Generally, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) permits a limited number of derivative transactions/products such as swaps and options with certain reporting
Does the failure of a buyer of goods to object to allegedly non-conforming goods constitute an acceptance under Pakistani law?
Yes. If, upon delivery of the goods, the buyer finds any deficiencies or defects yet fails to inform the supplier/seller, either at
Does an invoice constitute a valid contract for sale of goods under Pakistani law?
Yes, if the invoice has information confirming that the parties agreed to the delivery of a specified type and amount of goods
What are the obstacles to enforcement of a foreign judgment in Pakistan?
Once an application for enforcement is filed, there is a distinct possibility that the party against which enforcement of the foreign decree
What powers does an Agent have under a Principal-Agent Agreement under Pakistani law?
The primary piece of legislation governing Principal-Agent relationships in Pakistan is The Contract Act, 1872. In terms of the authority and powers
Is a foreign company required to file a pre-merger notice if it meets the threshold requirements of its annual global turnover but not for its local turnover in Pakistan?
Although there is no distinction between the local or global turnover of a company to a merger transaction, in light of the
Can the relationship between ride-sharing companies and the car drivers be considered an employer-employee relationship?
Pakistan’s employment/labour laws predominantly govern manual labour such as factory workers, not the services sector. Therefore, generally, companies in the services sector
What regulatory framework governs ride sharing/transportation networks in Pakistan?
Pakistan does not have a regulatory framework that specifically governs ride sharing/transportation networks. The overarching law governing mass transit/transportation including the registration