How should Decentralized Finance (DeFi) be regulated?
The decentralization of financial infrastructure driven by blockchain technology enables elimination of intermediary entities and replaces them with software protocols. This notion
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The one-page legal advice/opinion letter
Do clients really need to read the entire legal advice/opinion letter that has multiple pages including the law firm’s disclaimers, a list
Are white collar workers/employees legally entitled to Gratuity or Provident Fund payments under Pakistani law?
Can law firms break the value-cost tradeoff and offer high-value services at low cost?
At first blush, this question may sound counterintuitive. Traditionally and rather logically, there has been a direct correlation between the quality of
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
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
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 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