On 17 July, Agcom [the Italian Competition and Market Authority] opened an investigation “for alleged unfair commercial practices against companies in the Armani and Dior groups”. From the Authority’s press release it is stated that the companies are...
In a building materials company group in Germany, two hostile family tribes were locked in fierce dispute. The two families each owned half of the shares and appointed their members to the joint board. The founders’ friendship turned into enmity with their...
SEXUAL HARASSMENT AND POLISH LABOUR LAW Article 18 (3a) of the Polish Labour Code prohibits discrimination against an employee in the workplace on the grounds of gender and sexual orientation. Discrimination also includes sexual harassment, understood by the Labour...
A work environment in which everyone’s dignity is not respected and in which interpersonal relationships are not based on mutual fairness is neither healthy nor safe. As a consequence, employers can be held liable for the failure to implement health and safety...
On December 13, 2023, the Vienna Building Code underwent significant amendments, marking a pivotal moment in the city’s approach to urban development and sustainability. Passed by the Vienna State Parliament on November 23, 2023, these amendments introduce...
Navigating the Complexities of Account freezes Under Tightened Anti-Money Laundering Laws In recent times, heightened scrutiny of anti-money laundering legislation and internal bank compliance measures has led to an increased incidence of legal disputes between bank...
