Law Features
Engraved on the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty, greeting newcomers to the United States, are the immortal words of Emma Lazarus: “Give me your tired, your poor, Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free.” […]
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by Melanie Adams Thailand’s reputation as a place where surrogate mothers can be found is growing. Surrogate Thai mothers are well regarded for their healthy lifestyle and, combined with Thailand’s first class hospital services, it […]
Feature Articles
by Jon Fox Thailand is establishing itself as the region’s leader in sustainable energy resources, attracting Thailand business investment through innovative polices and a transparent regulatory system. Today, Thailand is a regional leader in the […]
Law Features
The Mafia. The term conjures up images of protection rackets, gangland wars, bootlegging and gambling operations; perhaps even an aging Marlon Brando with cotton wool pads stuffed into his cheeks. By Thomas Schmid However, as […]
Law Translations
UNIFORM PREMARITAL AGREEMENT ACT Drafted by the _________ NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF COMMISSIONERS ON UNIFORM STATE LAWS and by it APPROVED AND RECOMMENDED FOR ENACTMENT IN ALL THE STATES at its ANNUAL CONFERENCE MEETING IN ITS […]
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This article is part two of a three-part series entitled Sex Laws in Thailand. This second installment explores Thai sex laws and their application to the local sex industry including go-go bars and saunas. Part […]
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Obtaining a Waiver of a Denial of a US Visa Section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act identifies classes of individuals that are ineligible for visas or admission into the United States. The Immigration […]
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Labor Protection Act, (No. 2), B.E. 2551 The Labor Protection Act, (No. 2), B.E. 2551, which came into force on 28 May 2008, provides the following additional protections for employees: 1. Where an employer fails […]
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Alien Working Act, B.E. 2551 The Alien Working Act, B.E. 2551, which came into force on 23 February 2008, repealed and replaced the Alien Working Act, B.E. 2521, as amended. Work is defined broadly to […]
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Product Liability Law B.E. 2551 The Liability for Damages Caused by Unsafe Goods Act B.E. 2551 (the “Product Liability Law”), which will be effective for products sold on or after 20 February 2009, holds “entrepreneurs” […]
