Commercial law issues arising from the Y2K problem

Article Abstract:

Lawyers should be aware of the potential Year 2000 problems (Y2K) that may affect various aspects of commercial law after Dec 31, 1999. Y2K refers to the potential inability of computer software and embedded computer chips to account for the change from 1999 to 2000. Practitioners should prepare for possible effects of Y2K on such UCC matters as the collection and payment of checks, wire transfers, investment securities, secured lending, and letters of credit.

Planning, Forecasts and trends, Year 2000 transition (Computers), Commercial law

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Emerging developments in the payment system for the global economy

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The authors examine the factors which are influencing banks to move away from national payment systems toward payment system globalization. Topics include the pace of globalization, significant product developments, electronic commerce, privacy, and encryption.

European Union, Banking industry, Management, International aspects, Payment

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Shipping terms based on Incoterms 2000: a statutory proposal

Article Abstract:

The author proposes that Article 2 of the Uniform Commercial Code be amended to adopt the International Commercial Terms published by the International Chamber of Commerce. Each of Incoterms 2000's 13 contractual shipping terms are defined and discussed.

Interpretation and construction, Freight transportation, Contracts, Shipment of goods

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