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Trump’s Corporate Death Penalty In New York? A Closer Look into The Trial
- 29 November 2023
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- by Lucia Pham
Despite the ongoing controversies surrounding Donald Trump like his indictment in Georgia or involvement in an alleged pyramid scheme, one case hits him the most: the current civil fraud trial in Manhattan, New York. Filed by New York AG (Attorney General), Letitia James, the case aims to dismantle the long-standing façade Trump has curated for himself as a talented New York-based entrepreneur with the Midas touch and a business empire to prove it. As the trial...
When Faking It ‘Til You Make It Goes Wrong: Frank vs. J. P. Morgan
- 20 November 2023
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- by Lucia Pham
For many aspiring entrepreneurs, Forbes’ 30 under 30 is a symbol of success for all of their hard work. But, for others, it’s a mark of trouble, with a few individuals finding themselves behind bars or in trouble for fraud. Notable imprisoned alumni from the Forbes 30 under 30 list include Elizabeth Holmes (infamous biotech startup Theranos’ founder), Sam Bankman-Fried (failed cryptocurrency exchange FTX’s founder), and Martin Shrekli (the “Pharma Bro” who faced a 7-year sentence...
Provisions of Law on Dialogue in Administrative Proceedings
- 08 November 2023
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- by Vania Van
Vietnamese law governs all matters based on reason, while also considering compassion. The development of the country and international experience demonstrate that dialogue and reconciliation play a crucial role in resolving arising disputes. The method of consensus-building dialogue in administrative proceedings represents a breakthrough that inherits and promotes the nation’s rich cultural and legal traditions. Nature of Dialogue in Administrative Proceedings: Dialogue is a relatively new aspect and a distinctive feature of administrative proceedings, designed to...
Google’s Antitrust Trial: The Defining Internet Case
- 06 November 2023
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- by Lucia Pham
When the global Internet search engine—with a market share of 83.49%–goes to trial against the U.S. Justice Department on antitrust violations, the stakes are higher than ever. The gravity of the 10-week trial has the power to fundamentally shift how people use the Internet and financially impact the company behind the world’s most-used search engine. Notably, this trial marks a significant moment in the U.S. government’s broader campaign against Big Tech corporations. However, this lawsuit is...
Understanding the Timeline for Litigation
- 13 October 2023
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- by Stephen Le
Are you familiar with the litigation timelines in Vietnam? Legal procedures can vary significantly from one country to another. In this write up, we break down the litigation timeline in Vietnam to help you stay on the right side of the law, manage expectations, make informed decisions, and effectively pursue or defend your legal rights.
Trump’s Legal Battle in Georgia: Navigating the Indictment
- 11 September 2023
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- by Lucia Pham
On August 31, 2023, Fani Willis, the district attorney of Fulton County, filed criminal charges against the 45th President of the United States, Donald Trump, for his alleged involvement in efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election in Georgia. The charges encompass a range of offenses, including forgery, racketeering, and solicitation of a public official to violate their oath of office, with Trump himself facing a total of 13 counts. These charges span from conspiracy to...
Vietnam vs the U.S. – 3 key differences in the rules of evidence
- 07 April 2023
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- by Stephen Le
We all know that evidence is crucial in determining the outcome of a legal case. But did you know that the rules surrounding evidence actually differ from country to country? Evidence that may hold up very well in the U.S. courts may not hold any ground in Vietnam. We wrote an article outlining the distinct differences and how businesses can adapt to protect themselves. Read our insights here: https://letranlaw.com/insights/vietnamese-rules-of-evidence-and-the-differences-with-the-us/
The Art of War in Modern Litigation – If Sun Tzu Was a Lawyer
- 30 March 2023
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- by Stephen Le
Recently I’ve been thinking: given that litigation can sometimes feel like a battle, what would the ancient Chinese strategist Sun Tzu think of modern litigation? Born as Sun Wu around 544 BC, he is better known for his honorific name, Sun Tzu, which means “master.” Sun Tzu was a Chinese general, military strategist and famed author of The Art of War, which is known as the earliest military treatise and a revolutionary guide to war. Now,...
Cases Requiring Conciliation in Dispute Settlement
- 25 March 2023
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- by Kala Lai
When a dispute arises, the competent authorities shall encourage and give an opportunity for the disputing parties to negotiate themselves or conciliate. However, conciliation is not a mandatory procedure for settling disputes in all cases. In this article, we will provide you with specific cases that require conciliation as a mandatory condition in dispute settlement. For labor disputes Except specific labor disputes (such as a dispute over labor discipline in the form of dismissal or unilateral...
Corporate Boards Should Gear Up for More Climate Litigation
- 22 March 2023
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- by Stephen Le
As climate change effects continue to loom over our world, valid legal claims have been made to accelerate sustainability reforms. Insight Sourcing Group’s Brandon Owens says companies should heed recent climate litigation against multinationals and move the needle on clarity when it comes to ESG strategy and climate impact. We share more tips and insights in the PDF below:
Part 2 – What The SABECO Case Study Tell Us About Initiating Criminal Proceedings Against A Commercial Legal Entity (CLE)
- 13 December 2022
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- by Stephen Le
Have you heard about the Saigon Vietnam Beer copycat saga? Case studies like these remind us about the necessity of criminal responsibility for CLEs (we expanded on this in our previous post). In this post, we dive deep into the need to examine the practical applications of this law and why it is so difficult to Initiate Criminal Proceedings against a CLE. Go in-depth here: Analysis of Initiating Criminal Proceedings Against a Suspect That Is a...
Real Estate Dispute in Vietnam: Restoration of Property’s Original Status and Potential Risks
- 30 December 2021
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- by Stephen Le
Nowadays, along with the development of the economy, the real estate industry has been developing vibrantly and strongly. This industry brings excellent business opportunities and also lots of potential risks. It is demonstrated by a diverse increase of disputes over property lease contracts. Resolving these disputes becomes more problematic because of transactions’ enormous value and complication, e.g., contractual parties’ leasing and subleasing the property. The signature trait of property is also a burden of dispute resolution....
