Industry

Clariant Takes Stand Against OMV’s Ethylene Purchase Lawsuit: A Battle for Industry Integrity

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Clariant, a global specialty chemicals company based in Switzerland, is preparing to contest a lawsuit concerning its ethylene purchasing practices, filed by Austrian oil and gas company OMV. The legal action asserts that Clariant engaged in unfair practices in the procurement of ethylene, a key chemical feedstock that underpins various industrial processes. OMV’s lawsuit highlights its claims of damages resulting from Clariant’s alleged malpractices, which the company argues hinder fair market competition. Clariant, committed to defending its operations vigorously, contends that the lawsuit lacks substantive merit and is prepared to provide a robust legal response … Read more

"Harnessing Technology to Combat ‘Gray’ Imports: Industry Experts Advocate for Comprehensive Strategy"

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Kyiv, Ukraine – Legal experts are advocating for a comprehensive strategy to combat “gray” imports using modern technologies. Olga Zav’yazun, a lawyer in the Business Support practice at Juscutum, emphasizes that leveraging innovative solutions is essential for ensuring consumers have access to legitimate products, complete with satisfactory service and legal protections. Zav’yazun highlights the development of online platforms that enable consumers to verify product authenticity through serial numbers and other identification details. This technology can enhance consumer confidence by confirming the legality of the goods they purchase. She also notes that regional differentiation is an … Read more

Global Creative Icons Unite: 2025 CBWA Creative Awards Set to Spotlight Industry Talent at the Oasis Ball

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Perth, Australia — Campaign Brief WA has gathered an esteemed panel of judges for the 2025 CBWA Creative Awards, celebrating outstanding work in the advertising industry. Winners and finalists will be revealed at a ceremony during the Oasis Ball on May 16. Among the appointed judges is Valerie Madon, who serves as the Chief Creative Officer for the Asia-Pacific region at McCann Worldgroup. With a passion for painting originating from childhood, Madon brings over two decades of creative experience. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with high-profile clients like Singapore Airlines, Burger King, and Procter … Read more

Angeion Group Welcomes Industry Veteran Eric Schachter as New EVP to Enhance Class Action and Mass Tort Services

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MINNEAPOLIS — The Angeion Group has appointed Eric Schachter as Executive Vice President of Class Action and Mass Tort Services, enhancing its leadership team as the company continues to expand its innovative legal administration offerings. With over 25 years of experience in settlement administration, Schachter’s expertise is expected to significantly contribute to the firm’s operational excellence and client satisfaction. Schachter brings extensive industry know-how to his new role, having been involved in numerous high-stakes class action settlements that often totaled hundreds of millions of dollars. His track record includes managing complex cases across various fields, … Read more