LEGAL ALERT – July 2026
SELECTION OF LEGAL UPDATES Changes to Election Rules: What Does the Amendment to the Election Administration Act Bring? Prior to the upcoming October municipal council and Senate elections, Act No. 108/2026 Coll., amending Act No. 88/2024 Coll., on Election Administration, as amended, and certain other election laws, entered into force. The amendment also affects the […]
LEGAL ALERT – Jun 2026
SELECTION OF LEGAL UPDATES EUDAMED: European Database on Medical Devices EUDAMED (European Database on Medical Devises) is a system developed by the European Commission for the implementation of Regulation (EU) 2017/745 on medical devices (MDR) and Regulation (EU) 2017/746 on in vitro diagnostic medical devices (IVDR). It represents a significant innovation introduced by these regulations. […]
LEGAL ALERT – May 2026
SELECTION OF LEGAL UPDATES New rules for sweeteners, confectionery, chocolate and honey The food sector is facing a significant regulatory change. According to available information, Decree No. 490/2025 Coll., on requirements for natural sweeteners, foods with sweetening effects, confectionery, cocoa and chocolate products, and honey, is expected to enter into force on 14 June. The […]
LEGAL ALERT – APRIL 2026
SELECTION OF LEGAL UPDATES Do not include hidden clauses in consumer contracts! The Supreme Court has confirmed that a contractual clause excluding a consumer’s right to withdraw from a distance contract cannot be taken into account if it is formulated in an unclear manner, concealed under a misleading heading, or incorporated into an unrelated part […]
LEGAL ALERT – MARCH 2026
SELECTION OF LEGAL UPDATES Major Changes in Product Liability The field of product liability is on the verge of its most significant transformation in the last four decades. These changes respond to technological advancements, the rise of digital ecosystems, and the shifting dynamics of global supply chains—prompting European lawmakers to undertake a fundamental revision of […]
LEGAL ALERT – FEBRUARY 2026
SELECTION OF LEGAL UPDATES Contribution to supplementary pension insurance as part of wage conditions With this ruling, the Supreme Court has significantly expanded the protection afforded to temporarily assigned employees. It confirmed that contributions to supplementary pension insurance are not merely a voluntary bonus, but an integral part of „working and wage conditions.“ Therefore, if […]
LEGAL ALERT – JANUARY 2026
SELECTION OF LEGAL UPDATES Changes in Labour Law in 2026 The new legislative changes for 2026 focus primarily on the digitalisation of public administration and the reduction of tax optimisation practices. For employers, this means not only less paperwork thanks to unified reporting, but also new financial costs associated with hazardous work and the need […]
LEGAL ALERT – December 2025
SELECTION OF LEGAL UPDATES Labor Code upheld by Constitutional Court: Overtime is not unconstitutional The Constitutional Court assessed the constitutionality of a section of the Labor Code where there were doubts as to whether it constituted forced labor. The main argument of the complainants was that the Labor Code (specifically focusing on mandatory overtime or […]
LEGAL ALERT – November 2025
SELECTION OF LEGAL UPDATES Can a contract be concluded merely by a reference to general terms and conditions? The Supreme Court examined whether a contract can be concluded solely by a reference to general terms and conditions. The Court’s answer is clear and serves as a warning for legal practice: general terms and conditions cannot […]
LEGAL ALERT – October 2025
SELECTION OF LEGAL UPDATES The effects of revoking occupational disease status In May, the Supreme Court dealt with the question of whether the denial of an occupational disease can terminate the employer’s obligation to provide the employee with a pension. The case concerned a miner who developed irritant dermatitis of the feet caused by work […]