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Foreign directors and the criminal court summons process: bound by duty
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 06/01/2017
» The criminal summons process can affect a company director in many ways and at virtually any time. For example, a director may be summoned as a witness, as a representative for an accused company, or even as an individual accused of a crime. Further complicating matters is the possibility that a summons could be issued to a company director without his or her direct knowledge. This increases the risk of noncompliance, possibly subjecting the director to additional liability.
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Public-private partnerships in infrastructure projects
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 09/12/2016
» The government has said it intends to use public-private partnerships (PPPs) to help it achieve its infrastructure development goals. To this end, the previous administration passed the Private Investment in State Undertakings Act (2013) and the current government announced a related strategic plan in 2015.
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Rights and duties of joint owners in a condominium project
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 04/09/2015
» Condominiums are a particularly desirable form of residence for those living in the city because they offer convenience and often a variety of common facilities. There are, however, several obligations and duties that joint owners of condominium units should be aware of and comply with.
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Completing your construction project in Thailand
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 29/05/2015
» Before you embark on designing and building your dream home — or business — in Thailand, pause for a moment. As exciting and full of potential as your project may be, the process of completing a construction project involves many rules and regulations, as well as reliance on contractors. Therefore, before committing yourself, you should know what you're getting yourself into and plan accordingly.
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Making a Hotel Acquisition in Thailand: Protecting your Future Assets
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 11/04/2014
» Thailand is a popular tourist destination and, to many of those with an entrepreneurial spirit, it is an attractive country in which to operate a hotel business. Phuket, for example, is a bustling tourist hotspot and sees some of the highest levels of foreign investment in the hotel industry.
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Breach of Contract: Rescind or Perform?
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 21/02/2014
» When a contract is breached, or a party does not perform its obligations, this does not instantly affect the validity of a contract. It will continue to be valid and binding unless it is rescinded.
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Arbitration: A viable alternative for resolving commercial disputes
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 27/12/2013
» 'Begin with the End in Mind" is the second habit in The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R Covey. In a lawyer's mind, everything must end badly. This is not because we truly believe that all transactions are destined to fail, but because we owe it to our clients to consider and prepare for the worst, so they can focus on the future potential of the deal at hand.
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Thailand paving the way towards an Innovation-Driven economy
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 18/10/2013
» Industry Minister Prasert Boonchaisuk recently reiterated the government's determination to continue promoting the Thailand Creative Economy initiative. In an attempt to rally support for Thailand's transition to an innovation-driven country, he used rousing words such as "creative" and "sustainable" to describe his latest strategy. A three-stage, 20-year plan is now being drawn up, but it is not without its challenges.
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Expanding the potential for secured transactions
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 14/06/2013
» Secured transactions refer to transactions secured by collateral, which guarantees the fulfilment of an obligation to repay loans. Currently, Thailand recognises only a limited class of security that can be put up as collateral, effectively limiting the potential for greater credit availability in the economy. This article examines the types of security available under other jurisdictions as well as registration and common enforcement mechanisms with an eye towards potential use in Thailand.
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New approach to commercial building rules
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 22/02/2013
» Location, location, location _ the old adage about the three things that matter in real estate continues to be true today, especially for retailers. Commercial real estate developers and retailers face a fiercely competitive market and shifting consumer patterns as Bangkok continues to expand geographically. To reach the city's expanding consumer base, it is essential for retailers to understand local zoning requirements, especially with a new city plan set to come into effect in May.
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