NEUIGKEITEN & PUBLIKATIONEN
Marie Zámečníková als Referentin in Düsseldorf
Unsere Kollegin Marie Zámečníková, Senior Associate bei Giese & Partner, nimmt an der Fachtagung „Namensverfassungsrecht“ am 19. Juni 2026 in Düsseldorf teil.
Ernst Giese als Referent beim DAT 2026 in Freiburg
Dr. Ernst Giese, Partner bei Giese & Partner, wird beim Deutschen Anwaltstag 2026 in Freiburg als Referent auftreten. Er beteiligt sich an einer Diskussionsveranstaltung zu europäischen Perspektiven auf die Zukunft der Anwaltschaft, mit besonderem Fokus auf aktuelle Entwicklungen und neue Technologien.
A State at Odds: Who Gets to Represent the Czech Republic at NATO?
Who speaks for the Czech Republic abroad when the President and Government disagree? This article traces the constitutional clash over attendance at the NATO summit and the broader tension between the President’s external-representation role and the Government’s politically accountable control of foreign and defense policy.
When Walking Away From a Deal Can Cost Money
Czech law can require compensation for unfairly ending advanced negotiations once signing has become highly likely. The Supreme Court confirms that only the intended contracting party (not involved third parties) can claim such reliance costs.
Attorney May Be a Witness to a Will
A recent Czech Supreme Court ruling has provided clarity on witness eligibility in succession matters, confirming that an attorney may also act as a witness to an allographic will.
Handwritten will: New Supreme Court Decision
A recent Czech Supreme Court decision clarified that if the authenticity of a handwritten will is disputed, the person relying on the will must generally prove its authenticity. The ruling further strengthens the importance of proper estate planning and notarised wills.
Covid May Be Over – Its Legal Consequences Are Not
The Czech Constitutional Court has confirmed that claims for damages caused by unlawful Covid‑19 measures cannot be dismissed on rigid procedural grounds alone. Even years after the pandemic, courts must assess whether affected businesses had realistic opportunities to defend their rights during the crisis.
Personal Liability of Managing Directors for Late Insolvency Filings
A recent decision of the Czech Supreme Court highlights the growing personal risk for managing directors who fail to file for insolvency in time. The case confirms that insolvency-related liability may arise even without formal insolvency proceedings, significantly expanding managing directors’ exposure to creditor claims. The article explains the practical implications of this development and why early action is critical in financially distressed situations.
Czech Agrivoltaics: From Theory to Practice
Agrivoltaics in the Czech Republic has rapidly evolved from a new legal concept into a fully supported investment opportunity. Since early 2025, a dedicated subsidy programme (up to 30 %) has been launched, the regulatory framework expanded, and energy storage integrated into project design. At the same time, stricter LPIS compliance confirms the core principle of genuine dual use of agricultural land.
A New Civil Code for Slovakia: Long-Awaited Reform Enters the Spotlight
Slovakia has unveiled a comprehensive draft of a new Civil Code comprising more than 1,900 paragraphs, marking a major step in the long awaited recodification of private law. With entry into force currently planned for 1 July 2027, the reform aims to modernise the legal framework for private relationships.
Pay Transparency Is Here: Are You Ready?
Pay differences between women and men remain a widely discussed issue. However, a new legal framework coming into force in June aims to ensure that women and men have the right to equal pay for the same work or work of the same value.
Jana Kostěncová als Referentin beim Bayerisch-Böhmischen Juristentag 2026
Unsere Kollegin Jana Kostěncová nimmt am Bayerisch-Böhmischen Juristentag 2026 in München als Referentin teil. In ihrem Vortrag „Der Erbfall kennt keine Grenzen – Einblicke in die tschechische Praxis“ beleuchtet sie praxisrelevante Fragen grenzüberschreitender Erbfälle.