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Simon Taylor

Simon Taylor

Simon Taylor is Brussels correspondent for Law.com International. He covers EU regulatory affairs and news about law firms in Brussels and other major cities in continental Europe. He can be reached at [email protected] and is on Twitter @simontaylor71

October 07, 2019 | International Edition

UK and Belgian Bars Sign Agreement Amid Growing Concerns About a No-Deal Brexit

The Law Society of England and Wales, the Law Society of Scotland and four other U.K. legal bodies have signed a memorandum of understanding with five Belgian bar associations, pledging to work together in the case of a no-deal Brexit.

By Simon Taylor

3 minute read

October 04, 2019 | International Edition

European Commission to Investigate Proposed Boeing-Embraer Deal

The probe means the deal will not close by year's end.

By Simon Taylor

2 minute read

October 04, 2019 | International Edition

European Commission to Investigate Proposed Boeing-Embraer Deal

The probe means the deal will not close by year's end.

By Simon Taylor

2 minute read

October 03, 2019 | International Edition

Facebook Must Remove Hateful Posts Worldwide, Top EU Court Rules

The decision means internet platforms will be required to take more responsibility for patrolling their sites for content that has been ruled illegal. Facebook says it "raises critical questions around freedom of expression."

By Simon Taylor

3 minute read

October 03, 2019 | International Edition

Facebook Must Remove Hateful Posts Worldwide, Top EU Court Rules

The decision means internet platforms will be required to take more responsibility for patrolling their sites for content that has been ruled illegal. Facebook says it "raises critical questions around freedom of expression."

By Simon Taylor

3 minute read

October 02, 2019 | International Edition

WTO Rules US Can Impose $7.5B in Tariffs on EU Exports Because of Airbus Subsidies

The ruling sets the stage for a new potential trade war, as the WTO is expected to also rule that the EU can impose tariffs on U.S. exports because of Boeing subsidies.

By Simon Taylor

3 minute read

October 01, 2019 | International Edition

Dentons Hires Partner in Bucharest From Allen & Overy

The firm has been actively adding partners in its European offices over the past year.

By Simon Taylor

3 minute read

October 01, 2019 | International Edition

EU Commission Clears Merger of Aluminum Manufacturers, With Conditions

The commission said Novelis could buy Aleris if the parties agree to sell part of the European business.

By Simon Taylor

2 minute read

October 01, 2019 | International Edition

King & Spalding Bulks Out in Brussels With Latest Hire

The partner hire marks the third in as many months for the newly launched office.

By Simon Taylor

2 minute read

October 01, 2019 | International Edition

EU's Top Court Rules that Online Users Must Actively Consent to Cookies

The court said websites cannot legally obtain permission to install cookies simply by getting users to accept a pre-checked box.

By Simon Taylor

3 minute read