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Upcoming Amendments to the Insolvency Act
Aug 26, 2024
The Czech Insolvency Act amendment effective from 1 October 2024 shortened the standard debt-relief period to 3 years and removed the fixed 30% repayment threshold for unsecured c…
Strengthening the Legal Protection of Children Under 15 Years – Criminal Law
Aug 22, 2024
Legal protection for children under 15 was strengthened from 1 July 2024, including the right to be represented by a lawyer when giving an explanation to the police. Proceedings c…
New developments in labour law and their practical implications
Aug 12, 2024
The 2024 Czech labour-law amendment changed the minimum-wage mechanism, abolished guaranteed wages in the private sector and expanded employee self-scheduling. Under certain condi…
Liberalization of Marijuana in Germany and the Proposed Amendment in the Czech Republic: An Overview of Legal Changes in 2024
Aug 9, 2024
As of April 1, 2024, Germany has liberalized its legal framework concerning marijuana use. The following applies from April 1:
Securing and consolidating debts (part two) - types of debt security
Jul 22, 2024
Debt security can significantly improve a creditor’s chance of recovery, but each instrument has different legal effects, costs and levels of protection. Guarantees, debt assumpti…
The European Union is changing the world of AI: The entry into force of the Artificial Intelligence Act is "around the corner".
Jul 11, 2024
The EU AI Act now applies progressively, with most general rules and key transparency duties in force since 2 August 2026. Prohibited practices have applied since February 2025, w…
Newsletter (not only) for real estate brokers - Whistleblowing in real estate agencies, How to ensure access to the property via a special purpose road?, Beware of speculation with land without access!
Jul 9, 2024
Real estate businesses must address whistleblowing, secure property access and the risks of buying land without a legally guaranteed route. A publicly accessible purpose-built roa…
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Purchase of real estate during marriage and community of property
Jul 8, 2024
Property acquired during marriage generally falls into joint marital property unless the spouses have agreed otherwise. A purchase agreement signed by only one spouse can create d…
The Supreme Court on the Concept of Additional Non-Pecuniary Damage
Jul 8, 2024
Additional non-pecuniary harm is a separate claim alongside pain compensation and loss of amenity where treatment involves exceptional and serious circumstances. Examples may incl…