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Mar 9, 2020 civil-law obligations-and-contracts investment-contract partnership lending-company supreme-court-ruling

Investment vs Loan: When a "Pay on Demand" Promise Binds the Investor

The Supreme Court clarifies when an investment becomes a recoverable obligation, and how the parties' own acts define their contract.

Mar 9, 2020 investment contract lending business return of capital civil code partnership loan

Investment vs. Loan: Supreme Court Rules on Return of Capital in Lending Business

When is an investment really a loan? The Supreme Court clarifies when investors can demand return of principal.

Jun 18, 2018 administrative law grave misconduct simple misconduct public officers ombudsman civil service

Simple Misconduct in Public Office: Balancing Discretion and Due Diligence

The Supreme Court clarifies the line between grave and simple misconduct for public officers, using a fund placement case as a guide.

Jul 4, 2017 piercing corporate veil director liability securities fraud investment contracts corporation code

Piercing the Corporate Veil: Director Liability in Investment Fraud Cases

When can directors be personally liable for corporate fraud? The Supreme Court's ruling in Virata v. Ng Wee provides clear guidance.