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Topics concerning Covid-19 testing and EU Covid-19 certificates raise a number of questions for employers in the private sector in Croatia. Generally, an EU digital Covid-19 certificate or testing is still only mandatory for employees and visitors of public or heath care institutions (certain exceptions may apply). Whereas for private entrepreneurs, it remains only a […]...

Austria and Poland These quick reference country chapters on Austria and Poland provide detailed legal and practical information on ESG Law and implementation. Designed in an easy-to-access Q&A format, these resources provide practitioners with a clear overview on critical ESG topics and allow for quick reference to more detailed questions about regulations, implementation and common […]...

Private competition litigation has spread across the globe, raising specific, complex questions in each jurisdiction. The implementation of the EU Damages Directive in the Member States has furthered the ability of victims of anticompetitive conduct to seek compensation, even as US courts tighten the standards for forming a class action. The Private Litigation Guide explores […]...

Das neue Bundesgesetz über Pfandbriefe (Pfandbriefgesetz – das “PfandBG“), mit dem die Richtlinie (EU) 2019/2162 des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates vom 27.11.2019 über die Emission gedeckter Schuldverschreibungen und die öffentliche Aufsicht über gedeckte Schuldverschreibungen und zur Änderung der Richtlinien 2009/65/EG und 2014/59/EU (“Covered Bond Richtlinie“) umgesetzt und eine einheitliche Rechtsgrundlage für gedeckte Schuldverschreibungen geschaffen […]...

On 18 December 2021, the law “On Amendments to the Tax Code of Ukraine On Stimulating the Development of the Digital Economy in Ukraine” (the “Diia City Tax Law”) was signed into law by the President of Ukraine. As 2022 approaches, the Diia City regime remains in the spotlight for Ukraine’s entire IT industry. The […]...

On 10 December 2021, the President of Ukraine signed the Law “On Mediation” (the “Mediation Law”), which was already passed by the Parliament of Ukraine. The Mediation Law will come into effect immediately upon publication. BACKGROUND The economic crisis of the last few years and the outcomes of the pandemic have forced businesses to reflect […]...

The Croatian government aims to increase the percentage of vaccinated persons (currently approx. 50%). Topics concerning vaccination raise a number of questions for employers. An EU Covid Certificate or testing is generally only mandatory for employees and visitors of public or health care institutions (certain exceptions may apply). It is not yet clear whether any […]...

The International Comparative Legal Guide – Foreign Direct Investment Regimes 2022 is a critical resource for legal practitioners and industry specialists who are looking for detailed and up-to-date information on FDI Regimes in the CEE/SEE region and beyond (including any relevant changes stemming from Covid-19). Combining high-level policy analysis with a clear breakdown of procedural […]...

On 18 November 2021, the Parliament of Ukraine adopted the Draft Law “On Insurance”, No.5315 (the “Insurance Law”). This law has been heavily supported by the National Bank of Ukraine (the “NBU”), which has recently become the insurance market regulator. The Insurance Law is expected to be signed into law by the President of Ukraine. […]...

The unforeseen energy market conditions this year – in particular the dramatic increase of the electricity prices – have posed a significant challenge for producers participating in the KÁT (feed-in-tariff) and METÁR (premium support) support schemes in Hungary. Regarding the KÁT system, the subsidised price is currently lower than the market price. The METÁR producers […]...

The Polish Deal brings more surprises than the Government’s announcements would suggest. In the Government’s draft changes published last week, there were proposals that will significantly affect employers and Board members – in a negative way, of course.   ...

In-depth information on current market conditions and insolvency case developments By Eva Spiegel and Alexander Zollner This detailed overview of insolvency law, metrics and proceedings in Austria provides both practitioners and business readers with a clear picture of the underlying legal framework and policy, along with a sharp picture of ongoing developments in Austria, including […]...