NEWS & PUBLICATIONS
Conflicts of Interest: A Three-Layer Problem with Real Money at Stake
Babiš’s conflict-of-interest problem is not just politics – it is a three-layer legal framework, with the sharpest impact coming from the pub-lic-money firewall in Sections 4b and 4c. We explain why shifting Agrofert into trust-type structures still raises doubts, and why the Hartenberg arm remains a key part of the story. A brisk read on the limits of Czech legislation and why the European Commission’s next steps may keep this issue alive.
A Cabinet Minister: To Be or Not To Be?
A Czech ministerial nomination turns into a constitutional stress test: can the President refuse the Prime Minister’s pick in a parliamentary system? The Filip Turek saga - ending in a “government commissioner” workaround - raises hard questions about institutional boundaries, incompatibility rules, and the rule of law.
The Digital Hallucination: A CZK 25,000 Lesson in AI Legal Ethics
Constitutional Court penalizes an attorney for submission based on "hallucinated" AI-generated content.
Slovakia: Public Sector Partners - Update Your UBOs!
Public Sector Partners - Remember to Verify Your UBOs on time.
Czech FDI Alert: Cybersecurity Alignment Expands Screening Scope
November 2025 amendment to the Czech FDI Act has significantly expanded the scope of mandatory investment screening by aligning it with the new Cybersecurity Act. This article analyzes the critical implications for cross-border M&A, explaining how the "Regime of Higher Obligations" now captures previously unregulated sectors such as advanced manufacturing and digital infrastructure.
Leased Labor Trap: Supreme Court Expands "Equal Pay" to Benefits
A new Czech Supreme Court ruling (21 Cdo 351/2024) has expanded the equal treatment obligations for temporarily assigned employees and agency workers. Employers must now ensure that these workers receive not only the same base salary but also the same benefits (e.g., pension contributions) as core employees. This article analyzes the decision and highlights the financial risks for international investors utilizing flexible staffing models.
Equal Pay! Employers Should Prepare for the New Era of Pay Transparency
The upcoming EU Pay Transparency rules will require employers to take a closer look at how pay is structured, assessed and communicated. Even though Czech implementing legislation is not yet available, the key obligations are already clear. This article outlines what employers can expect, which organisations are likely to be affected, and which practical steps can be taken now to prepare for future pay gap reporting, equal pay assessments and potential group-wide implications.
New Legal Framework for Czech Family Farms
The Czech Republic has officially introduced family farms as a new legal category, turning what was once a traditional concept into a regulated business reality. This article explains what the new status means in practice, why it matters beyond agriculture, and how it may affect commercial relationships and branding.
Good Faith in Czech Acquisitions: Two Worlds, Two Rules
Recent Czech Supreme Court decisions have established a "double standard" for acquiring assets from non-owners. While real estate investors enjoy strong protection when relying on the Real Estate Register even at low prices - buyers of movable assets face a strict investigative duty if documentation is inconsistent. This article analyzes the contrasting case law (22 Cdo 817/2024 and 24 Cdo 76/2025) and outlines the specific due diligence standards required to protect ownership titles in Czech M&A transactions.
Not an Heir, Yet Still in the Case? A Key Supreme Court Ruling on Inheritance Proceedings
The Czech Supreme Court (05.03.2024, Case No. 24 Cdo 3806/2023) confirmed that a person remains a party to inheritance proceedings until a final decision formally ends their participation, even if they are ultimately found not to be an heir.
Redefining Dependent Work: What Does This Mean for Employers and Employees?
An amendment to the Slovak Labor Code modernizes the definition of dependent work to reflect flexible working models. It supports the fight against disguised employment and brings greater legal certainty for both employers and employees.
Ernst Giese as Speaker
Dr. Ernst Giese, Partner at Giese & Partner, will speak at the 67th Baurechtstagung of ARGE Baurecht on 13–14 March 2026 in Prague. He will present “Bauen und Immobilienrecht in Tschechien – ein Überblick,” offering insights into Czech construction and real estate law.