But the line of reasoning that focuses on the old, common law definition of larceny neglects to take account of the fact that the modern definition of property for purposes of theft statutes has been broadened to include both tangible and intangible property.5 For example, the paradigmatic Model Penal Code, published first in 1962 by the sages at the American Law Institute, defines property for purposes of theft very broadly: “‘property’ means anything of value, including real… [read post]

Counterclaims in Investor-State Arbitration LSE Legal Studies Working Paper No. 8/2011Yaraslau Kryvoi London School of Economics - Law Department Date Posted: August 5, 2011Working Paper Series85 downloadsAbstract: This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of the legal regime governing counterclaims in investor-State disputes. [read post]