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PETERKA & PARTNERS team on EBACE2023
31/05/2023 PETERKA & PARTNERS team on EBACE2023
We are delighted to share with you that two of our aviation professionals Zdenek Beranek, Партнер, from the Czech Republic office, and Martyna Ryś-Wilgus, Leader of our Aviation Practice, from the Polish office, attended the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE2023) in Geneva, Switzerland from 23-25 May 2023.
The EBACE is the most recognizable event in the aviation industry. It is organized by the (European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) and brings together global leaders in the aviation sector.
EBACE has long been recognized as a premier gathering for aviation enthusiasts, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts from around the world. It serves as an invaluable platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and exploring cutting-edge advancements in business aviation.
Our law firm is a proud member of the EBAA.
Photo gallery available here.

We are delighted to share with you that two of our aviation professionals Zdenek Beranek, Партнер, from the Czech Republic office, and Martyna Ryś-Wilgus, Leader of our Aviation Practice, from the Polish office, attended the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE2023) in Geneva, Switzerland from 23-25 May 2023.
The EBACE is the most recognizable event in the aviation industry. It is organized by the (European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) and brings together global leaders in the aviation sector.
EBACE has long been recognized as a premier gathering for aviation enthusiasts, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts from around the world. It serves as an invaluable platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and exploring cutting-edge advancements in business aviation.
Our law firm is a proud member of the EBAA.
Photo gallery available here.
Doing business in the countries of Eastern Europe / Ведення бізнесу у країнах Східної Європи
31/05/2023 Doing business in the countries of Eastern Europe / Ведення бізнесу у країнах Східної Європи
On May 30, as part of the cooperation of the Ukrainian office PETERKA & PARTNERS together with the Embassy of Ukraine in the Czech Republic, the Diplomatic Academy named after Hennadiy Udovenka under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and the international platform Nazovni, a practical seminar for representatives of Ukrainian business was held.
The focus of the conversation was:
• legal aspects of doing business in Eastern European countries: Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Romania, Bulgaria, Poland.
• mechanism of interaction between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and Ukrainian exporters through the NAZOVNI platform.
The discussion was held by:
• Hennadiy Nadolenko, director of the Diplomatic Academy of Ukraine;
• Alina Shishkina, head of the Exporter Support Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine;
• Yulia Sereda, senior lawyer of the Ukrainian office of the law firm Peterka & Партнерs;
• Oleksandra Sologub, head of the department for work with exporters of the international platform NAZOVNI.
You can watch the video recording of the seminar at the following link. 30 травня в рамках співробітництва українського офісу PETERKA & PARTNERS разом із Посольством України в Чеській Республіці, дипломатичною академією імені Геннадія Удовенка при МЗС України та міжнародною платформою Nazovni, відбувся практичний семінар для представників українського бізнесу.
У фокусі розмови були:
• правові аспекти ведення бізнесу у країнах Східної Європи: Чехія, Словаччина, Угорщина, Хорватія, Румунія, Болгарія, Польща.
• механізм взаємодії МЗС України та українських експортерів через платформу NAZOVNI.
Спікерами практичного семінару були:
• Геннадій Надоленко, директор Дипломатичної академії України;
• Аліна Шишкіна, начальник Управління підтримки експортерів МЗС України;
• Юлія Середа, старша юристка українського офісу юридичної фірми Peterka & Партнерs;
• Олександра Сологуб, начальниця відділу по роботі з експортерами міжнародної платформи NAZOVNI.
Переглянути відеозапису семінару можна за посиланням:
https://youtu.be/FGelX61dNKw

On May 30, as part of the cooperation of the Ukrainian office PETERKA & PARTNERS together with the Embassy of Ukraine in the Czech Republic, the Diplomatic Academy named after Hennadiy Udovenka under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and the international platform Nazovni, a practical seminar for representatives of Ukrainian business was held.
The focus of the conversation was:
• legal aspects of doing business in Eastern European countries: Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Romania, Bulgaria, Poland.
• mechanism of interaction between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and Ukrainian exporters through the NAZOVNI platform.
The discussion was held by:
• Hennadiy Nadolenko, director of the Diplomatic Academy of Ukraine;
• Alina Shishkina, head of the Exporter Support Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine;
• Yulia Sereda, senior lawyer of the Ukrainian office of the law firm Peterka & Партнерs;
• Oleksandra Sologub, head of the department for work with exporters of the international platform NAZOVNI.
You can watch the video recording of the seminar at the following link. 30 травня в рамках співробітництва українського офісу PETERKA & PARTNERS разом із Посольством України в Чеській Республіці, дипломатичною академією імені Геннадія Удовенка при МЗС України та міжнародною платформою Nazovni, відбувся практичний семінар для представників українського бізнесу.
У фокусі розмови були:
• правові аспекти ведення бізнесу у країнах Східної Європи: Чехія, Словаччина, Угорщина, Хорватія, Румунія, Болгарія, Польща.
• механізм взаємодії МЗС України та українських експортерів через платформу NAZOVNI.
Спікерами практичного семінару були:
• Геннадій Надоленко, директор Дипломатичної академії України;
• Аліна Шишкіна, начальник Управління підтримки експортерів МЗС України;
• Юлія Середа, старша юристка українського офісу юридичної фірми Peterka & Партнерs;
• Олександра Сологуб, начальниця відділу по роботі з експортерами міжнародної платформи NAZOVNI.
Переглянути відеозапису семінару можна за посиланням:
https://youtu.be/FGelX61dNKw
Join our Ukrainian Team for an Exciting Summer Opportunity!
28/05/2023 Join our Ukrainian Team for an Exciting Summer Opportunity!
PETERKA & PARTNERS, a fully integrated regional law firm that provides a full range of legal and tax consultancy at the highest level, operating in the CEE area and originating directly from this region is thrilled to announce our Summer Internship Program opening for July and August in our Ukrainian office.
Are you a motivated and ambitious law student looking to gain practical experience and immerse yourself in the legal world? This is your chance to work alongside our esteemed team of attorneys, expand your legal knowledge, and develop invaluable skills in various practice areas.
Program Details:
Duration: 3 July to 31 August
Location: PETERKA & PARTNERS, Kyiv, Ukraine
Practice Areas: Corporate Law, Tax Law, Трудове право Law, and Litigation
Compensation: Competitive stipend
Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Why Join PETERKA & PARTNERS Internship Program?
Comprehensive Exposure: As an intern, you will have the opportunity to work on real cases and projects under the guidance of experienced attorneys. This exposure will enable you to better understand the legal profession and refine your skills in corporate, tax, employment law, and litigation.
Mentoring and Guidance: Our dedicated team of lawyers is committed to providing mentorship and guidance to help you grow personally and professionally. You will receive constructive feedback, participate in regular meetings, and engage in discussions on legal matters.
Professional Development: Through hands-on experience and collaboration with our skilled attorneys, you will develop practical legal skills, including legal research, writing, negotiation, and client interaction. We aim to foster your growth as a future legal professional.
Networking Opportunities: Our firm values the importance of networking. As an intern, you will have the chance to connect with our diverse network of legal professionals, including partners, associates, and clients. These connections can open doors to future career prospects.
Requirements:
Currently enrolled in an accredited law school program
Strong academic record
Excellent research and writing skills
Attention to detail and strong analytical abilities
Passion for corporate, tax, litigation, or employment law How to Apply
To be considered for the internship opportunity, please submit the following documents:
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Cover letter highlighting your interest in the practice areas offered
Law school transcript (unofficial transcript is acceptable)
Please email your application materials to tkachenko@peterkapartners.ua with the subject line "Summer Internship Application - [Your Name]." The deadline for applications is 16 June.
We will review applications promptly and notify shortlisted candidates for interviews. If you have any questions regarding the internship program or the application process, please feel free to contact Ilona Tkachenko at tkachenko@peterkapartners.ua
Join us at PETERKA & PARTNERS and embark on an enriching journey where your legal aspirations can flourish. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable experience and contribute to our firm. We look forward to receiving your application! Sincerely,
PETERKA & PARTNERS Team

PETERKA & PARTNERS, a fully integrated regional law firm that provides a full range of legal and tax consultancy at the highest level, operating in the CEE area and originating directly from this region is thrilled to announce our Summer Internship Program opening for July and August in our Ukrainian office.
Are you a motivated and ambitious law student looking to gain practical experience and immerse yourself in the legal world? This is your chance to work alongside our esteemed team of attorneys, expand your legal knowledge, and develop invaluable skills in various practice areas.
Program Details:
Duration: 3 July to 31 August
Location: PETERKA & PARTNERS, Kyiv, Ukraine
Practice Areas: Corporate Law, Tax Law, Трудове право Law, and Litigation
Compensation: Competitive stipend
Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Why Join PETERKA & PARTNERS Internship Program?
Comprehensive Exposure: As an intern, you will have the opportunity to work on real cases and projects under the guidance of experienced attorneys. This exposure will enable you to better understand the legal profession and refine your skills in corporate, tax, employment law, and litigation.
Mentoring and Guidance: Our dedicated team of lawyers is committed to providing mentorship and guidance to help you grow personally and professionally. You will receive constructive feedback, participate in regular meetings, and engage in discussions on legal matters.
Professional Development: Through hands-on experience and collaboration with our skilled attorneys, you will develop practical legal skills, including legal research, writing, negotiation, and client interaction. We aim to foster your growth as a future legal professional.
Networking Opportunities: Our firm values the importance of networking. As an intern, you will have the chance to connect with our diverse network of legal professionals, including partners, associates, and clients. These connections can open doors to future career prospects.
Requirements:
Currently enrolled in an accredited law school program
Strong academic record
Excellent research and writing skills
Attention to detail and strong analytical abilities
Passion for corporate, tax, litigation, or employment law How to Apply
To be considered for the internship opportunity, please submit the following documents:
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Cover letter highlighting your interest in the practice areas offered
Law school transcript (unofficial transcript is acceptable)
Please email your application materials to tkachenko@peterkapartners.ua with the subject line "Summer Internship Application - [Your Name]." The deadline for applications is 16 June.
We will review applications promptly and notify shortlisted candidates for interviews. If you have any questions regarding the internship program or the application process, please feel free to contact Ilona Tkachenko at tkachenko@peterkapartners.ua
Join us at PETERKA & PARTNERS and embark on an enriching journey where your legal aspirations can flourish. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable experience and contribute to our firm. We look forward to receiving your application! Sincerely,
PETERKA & PARTNERS Team
PETERKA & PARTNERS actively driving collaboration between Poland and Ukraine / PETERKA & PARTNERS активно розвиває співпрацю між Польщею та Україною
26/05/2023 PETERKA & PARTNERS actively driving collaboration between Poland and Ukraine / PETERKA & PARTNERS активно розвиває співпрацю між Польщею та Україною
Polish and Ukrainian offices of PETERKA & PARTNERS were honoured to participate in the Polish Investment and Trade Agency (PAIH) workshop dedicated to preparing the Polish business for the resumption of exports and the post-war reconstruction of Ukraine. This workshop is a part of the “Reconstruction of Ukraine” project.
During the event, Marcin Kryszko, Старший юрист and Leader of the Polish Desk in PETERKA & PARTNERS Warsaw office, addressed the entrepreneurs from the IT/ICT sector, speaking about the typical risks in the cooperation of Polish and Ukrainian business in the IT industry and the field of human capital.
PETERKA & PARTNERS remains committed to fostering meaningful collaborations and actively driving economic growth in Poland and Ukraine. The firm's participation in this esteemed workshop underscores its dedication to providing valuable insights and comprehensive legal guidance to businesses operating in the IT industry, ultimately fortifying bilateral ties and paving the way for mutual success.
Польський та український офіси PETERKA & PARTNERS мали честь взяти участь у семінарі Польського агентства інвестицій і торгівлі (PAIH), присвяченому підготовці польського бізнесу до відновлення експорту та післявоєнної реконструкції України. Цей семінар є частиною проекту «Відбудова України».
Під час заходу Марчін Кришко, старший юрист та лідер Polish Desk варшавського офісу PETERKA & PARTNERS, звернувся до підприємців сектору ІТ/ІКТ, розповівши про типові ризики, які виникають при взаємодії польського бізнесу з українським ІТ бізнесом та людським капіталом.
PETERKA & PARTNERS продовжує сприяти плідній співпраці та активному стимулюванню економічного зростання в Польщі та Україні. Участь фірми в цьому семінарі підкреслює її відданість наданню інсайтів і всебічного правового консультування компаніям, які працюють в ІТ-індустрії, зрештою зміцнюючи двосторонні зв’язки та прокладаючи шлях до спільного успіху.

Polish and Ukrainian offices of PETERKA & PARTNERS were honoured to participate in the Polish Investment and Trade Agency (PAIH) workshop dedicated to preparing the Polish business for the resumption of exports and the post-war reconstruction of Ukraine. This workshop is a part of the “Reconstruction of Ukraine” project.
During the event, Marcin Kryszko, Старший юрист and Leader of the Polish Desk in PETERKA & PARTNERS Warsaw office, addressed the entrepreneurs from the IT/ICT sector, speaking about the typical risks in the cooperation of Polish and Ukrainian business in the IT industry and the field of human capital.
PETERKA & PARTNERS remains committed to fostering meaningful collaborations and actively driving economic growth in Poland and Ukraine. The firm's participation in this esteemed workshop underscores its dedication to providing valuable insights and comprehensive legal guidance to businesses operating in the IT industry, ultimately fortifying bilateral ties and paving the way for mutual success.
Польський та український офіси PETERKA & PARTNERS мали честь взяти участь у семінарі Польського агентства інвестицій і торгівлі (PAIH), присвяченому підготовці польського бізнесу до відновлення експорту та післявоєнної реконструкції України. Цей семінар є частиною проекту «Відбудова України».
Під час заходу Марчін Кришко, старший юрист та лідер Polish Desk варшавського офісу PETERKA & PARTNERS, звернувся до підприємців сектору ІТ/ІКТ, розповівши про типові ризики, які виникають при взаємодії польського бізнесу з українським ІТ бізнесом та людським капіталом.
PETERKA & PARTNERS продовжує сприяти плідній співпраці та активному стимулюванню економічного зростання в Польщі та Україні. Участь фірми в цьому семінарі підкреслює її відданість наданню інсайтів і всебічного правового консультування компаніям, які працюють в ІТ-індустрії, зрештою зміцнюючи двосторонні зв’язки та прокладаючи шлях до спільного успіху.
New Interpretative Decision on Preliminary Contracts in Bulgaria
19/05/2023 New Interpretative Decision on Preliminary Contracts in Bulgaria
On May 9, 2023, the Bulgarian Supreme Court issued a new interpretative decision concerning preliminary sale contracts and their conversion into final ones.
Background
Preliminary contracts are contracts on future contracts, i.e., agreements signed at an early stage of a transaction that aim to bind the parties to undertake certain steps and subsequently proceed to the signing of a final contract in a form which goes beyond the simple written form (notary deed or notarization of signatures). Typically, these are used in transactions for the transfer of real estate.
A distinctive feature of the preliminary contract is the opportunity for either party to file a court claim if the counter party does not perform its obligation to conclude the final contract. If the claim is upheld, the final contract becomes valid and binding from the date the decision enters into force. Diving deeper into th
e topic, Bulgarian law provides for a hypothesis where the claimant itself has not fulfilled a counter obligation that must be performed at the time of conclusion of the final contract, e.g., has not paid the price. This is not a reason for rejecting the claim but instead the court would issue a decision declaring the contract final under the condition that the price is paid. Then, the claimant has a two-week term to pay and if it does so the decision would enter into force and replace the final contract.
The Problem and the New Court Decision
Due to the existing contradictory court practice, the Supreme Court was addressed with the situation where the parties have contracted a condition that the final contract would be concluded only after the buyer has paid the price and the question was whether in such case there is an obstacle for conversion of a preliminary contract into a final one upon a claim by the defaulting buyer who actually has not paid the price.
The Supreme Court ruled that even in this scenario courts may declare a preliminary contract final and apply the procedure described in the section above, i.e., buyers would be obliged to pay the price within two weeks of the entry into force of the court decision.
The outcome practically somewhat favours buyers in the circumstances described as it allows them to achieve the conversion of preliminary contracts into final ones despite their own contractual breach and leads to the conclusion that the only way for sellers to avoid such scenario, despite the express agreement of the parties that no final contract shall be signed until the price is paid in full, would be to terminate the preliminary agreement in an anticipating move.
Such approach raises the question of whether the court does not go too far in this decision by practically intervening in the contractual autonomy. There are also certain technical legal arguments against it which motivated a good number of judges from the Supreme Court to attach to the decision their dissenting opinions.
Yet, the decision of the Supreme Court is a fact and, since it’s an interpretative decision, its value is practically equal to a law. Thus, parties to preliminary contracts and courts should take this into account in the future. * * * This article was prepared by Plamen Peev, Партнер and Director and Ivana Ilcheva, Юрист at PETERKA & PARTNERS Bulgaria. No information contained in this article should be considered or interpreted in any manner as legal advice and/or the provision of legal services. This article has been prepared for the purposes of general information only. PETERKA & PARTNERS does not accept any responsibility for any omission and/or action undertaken by you and/or by any third party on the basis of the information contained herein. only and may not be considered a legal opinion or advice.

On May 9, 2023, the Bulgarian Supreme Court issued a new interpretative decision concerning preliminary sale contracts and their conversion into final ones.
Background
Preliminary contracts are contracts on future contracts, i.e., agreements signed at an early stage of a transaction that aim to bind the parties to undertake certain steps and subsequently proceed to the signing of a final contract in a form which goes beyond the simple written form (notary deed or notarization of signatures). Typically, these are used in transactions for the transfer of real estate.
A distinctive feature of the preliminary contract is the opportunity for either party to file a court claim if the counter party does not perform its obligation to conclude the final contract. If the claim is upheld, the final contract becomes valid and binding from the date the decision enters into force. Diving deeper into th
e topic, Bulgarian law provides for a hypothesis where the claimant itself has not fulfilled a counter obligation that must be performed at the time of conclusion of the final contract, e.g., has not paid the price. This is not a reason for rejecting the claim but instead the court would issue a decision declaring the contract final under the condition that the price is paid. Then, the claimant has a two-week term to pay and if it does so the decision would enter into force and replace the final contract.
The Problem and the New Court Decision
Due to the existing contradictory court practice, the Supreme Court was addressed with the situation where the parties have contracted a condition that the final contract would be concluded only after the buyer has paid the price and the question was whether in such case there is an obstacle for conversion of a preliminary contract into a final one upon a claim by the defaulting buyer who actually has not paid the price.
The Supreme Court ruled that even in this scenario courts may declare a preliminary contract final and apply the procedure described in the section above, i.e., buyers would be obliged to pay the price within two weeks of the entry into force of the court decision.
The outcome practically somewhat favours buyers in the circumstances described as it allows them to achieve the conversion of preliminary contracts into final ones despite their own contractual breach and leads to the conclusion that the only way for sellers to avoid such scenario, despite the express agreement of the parties that no final contract shall be signed until the price is paid in full, would be to terminate the preliminary agreement in an anticipating move.
Such approach raises the question of whether the court does not go too far in this decision by practically intervening in the contractual autonomy. There are also certain technical legal arguments against it which motivated a good number of judges from the Supreme Court to attach to the decision their dissenting opinions.
Yet, the decision of the Supreme Court is a fact and, since it’s an interpretative decision, its value is practically equal to a law. Thus, parties to preliminary contracts and courts should take this into account in the future. * * * This article was prepared by Plamen Peev, Партнер and Director and Ivana Ilcheva, Юрист at PETERKA & PARTNERS Bulgaria. No information contained in this article should be considered or interpreted in any manner as legal advice and/or the provision of legal services. This article has been prepared for the purposes of general information only. PETERKA & PARTNERS does not accept any responsibility for any omission and/or action undertaken by you and/or by any third party on the basis of the information contained herein. only and may not be considered a legal opinion or advice.
PETERKA & PARTNERS at EBACE 2023
11/05/2023 PETERKA & PARTNERS at EBACE 2023
We are pleased to announce our participation at the upcoming European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE) organized by the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA), to take place May 23-25 at Geneva International Airport. Zdeněk Beránek, Партнер, and Martyna Ryś-Wilgus, Attorney-at-Law and Leader of the firm’s Aviation practice, will represent PETERKA & PARTNERS at the event.
For several years now, we have been representing a large air carrier in litigations initiated by passengers (or large companies buying passenger claims) for compensation for delayed flights. Our Litigation Department provides its clients with legal advisory on API data transmission obligations, as well as representation concerning immigration, and PNR-data administrative cases related to air transport.
EBACE is a premier event and the annual meeting place for the European business aviation community. The exhibition brings together business leaders, government officials, manufacturers, corporate aviation department personnel, and all manner of people involved in nearly all aspects of business aviation.
PETERKA & PARTNERS is a proud member of the EBAA.

We are pleased to announce our participation at the upcoming European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE) organized by the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA), to take place May 23-25 at Geneva International Airport. Zdeněk Beránek, Партнер, and Martyna Ryś-Wilgus, Attorney-at-Law and Leader of the firm’s Aviation practice, will represent PETERKA & PARTNERS at the event.
For several years now, we have been representing a large air carrier in litigations initiated by passengers (or large companies buying passenger claims) for compensation for delayed flights. Our Litigation Department provides its clients with legal advisory on API data transmission obligations, as well as representation concerning immigration, and PNR-data administrative cases related to air transport.
EBACE is a premier event and the annual meeting place for the European business aviation community. The exhibition brings together business leaders, government officials, manufacturers, corporate aviation department personnel, and all manner of people involved in nearly all aspects of business aviation.
PETERKA & PARTNERS is a proud member of the EBAA.
New Publicity Rules for Granted Building Permits
09/05/2023 New Publicity Rules for Granted Building Permits
Law 102/2023 for the amendment and completion of Law no. 50/1991 regarding the authorization of construction work, of the Administrative Litigation Law no. 554/2004, as well as for completing Art. 64 of Law no. 350/2001 regarding territorial development and urban planning ("Law 102/2023") was published in the Official Gazette on 18 April 2023, and entered into force on 21 April 2023.
This important legislative update brought significant changes in connection with the publicity of building permits and derogatory deadlines for the benefit of social organizations claiming an interest in appealing resolutions approving land use and urban planning documentation.
The law introduces several new provisions in relation to the publicity of granted building permits, with the aim of providing more effective information for interested persons.
PETERKA & PARTNERS Romania has prepared an extended material dedicated to this topic and invites you to read it here.
Our specialized team remains available in assisting you in any legal topics connected to your business.

Law 102/2023 for the amendment and completion of Law no. 50/1991 regarding the authorization of construction work, of the Administrative Litigation Law no. 554/2004, as well as for completing Art. 64 of Law no. 350/2001 regarding territorial development and urban planning ("Law 102/2023") was published in the Official Gazette on 18 April 2023, and entered into force on 21 April 2023.
This important legislative update brought significant changes in connection with the publicity of building permits and derogatory deadlines for the benefit of social organizations claiming an interest in appealing resolutions approving land use and urban planning documentation.
The law introduces several new provisions in relation to the publicity of granted building permits, with the aim of providing more effective information for interested persons.
PETERKA & PARTNERS Romania has prepared an extended material dedicated to this topic and invites you to read it here.
Our specialized team remains available in assisting you in any legal topics connected to your business.
PETERKA & PARTNERS Romania, a proud speaker at the business breakfast and seminar "Masterminds in action" organized by The Netherlands Romanian Chamber of Commerce (NRCC)
07/05/2023 PETERKA & PARTNERS Romania, a proud speaker at the business breakfast and seminar "Masterminds in action" organized by The Netherlands Romanian Chamber of Commerce (NRCC)
We are pleased to announce our participation as a speaker at the upcoming business breakfast seminar “Masterminds in action”, organized by NRCC in Bucharest on May 11, at 8:30 a.m., at the InterContinental Athénée Palace Bucharest.
Ioana Sebestin - Nazaru, Deputy Director for Romania, will be proud to speak on behalf of PETERKA & PARTNERS during this exciting event, part of a top- notch series of seminars mastered by NRCC, with the aim of bringing together highly recognized experts ready to share their inside expertise with the audience.
We invite you to join us at this seminar and obtain the best insights from our Romanian leader Ioana Sebestin - Nazaru regarding the latest labour market challenges and how to beat them. Besides this panel dedicated to labour issues, there will also be another interesting and valuable speeches connected to opportunities and pitfalls in tax and legal and how to benefit from it.
By pressing this link you may read a detailed presentation of this interesting event.
For details regarding the registration at this business breakfast and seminar, please contact: info@nrcc.ro

We are pleased to announce our participation as a speaker at the upcoming business breakfast seminar “Masterminds in action”, organized by NRCC in Bucharest on May 11, at 8:30 a.m., at the InterContinental Athénée Palace Bucharest.
Ioana Sebestin - Nazaru, Deputy Director for Romania, will be proud to speak on behalf of PETERKA & PARTNERS during this exciting event, part of a top- notch series of seminars mastered by NRCC, with the aim of bringing together highly recognized experts ready to share their inside expertise with the audience.
We invite you to join us at this seminar and obtain the best insights from our Romanian leader Ioana Sebestin - Nazaru regarding the latest labour market challenges and how to beat them. Besides this panel dedicated to labour issues, there will also be another interesting and valuable speeches connected to opportunities and pitfalls in tax and legal and how to benefit from it.
By pressing this link you may read a detailed presentation of this interesting event.
For details regarding the registration at this business breakfast and seminar, please contact: info@nrcc.ro
Poslanecká sněmovna přijala návrh zákona o ochraně oznamovatelů
02/05/2023 Poslanecká sněmovna přijala návrh zákona o ochraně oznamovatelů
Koho se to týká?
• Návrh zákona přináší povinnosti zaměstnavatelům, kteří naplní definici povinného subjektu. Tím budou zejména všichni zaměstnavatelé, zaměstnávající 50 a více zaměstnanců.
Povinnosti
• Zřídit vnitřní oznamovací systém, kam budou moci oznamovatelé podávat oznámení o porušování předpisů, o kterém se dozvěděli v souvislosti s prací nebo jinou obdobnou činností.
• Informovat o zřízení oznamovacího systému a možnosti, jak lze oznámení podávat, a to způsobem, umožňujícím dálkový přístup.
• Určit příslušnou osobu, která bude mít na starosti vyhodnocování přijatých oznámení a navrhování opatření k nápravě zaměstnavateli a poučit tuto osobu o jejích povinnostech ze zákona.
• Zaměstnavatelé s 249 a méně zaměstnanci mohou vnitřní oznamovací systém sdílet nebo využít vnitřní oznamovací systém zavedený jiným povinným subjektem. Povinnost určit příslušnou osobu tím však není dotčena.
Co může být oznamováno?
• Jednání, jež má znaky trestného činu.
• Jednání, jež má znaky přestupku, za nějž lze uložit pokutu s horní hranicí alespoň 100 000 Kč.
• Jednání porušující právní předpisy nebo předpisy EU v některé z v návrhu vymezených oblastí. Co musí oznámení obsahovat?
• Údaje o jménu, příjmení a datu narození, nebo jiné údaje, z nichž je možné dovodit totožnost oznamovatele.
• Neobsahuje-li tyto údaje, není příslušná osoba povinna se oznámením zabývat (to neplatí, je-li příslušné osobě totožnost oznamovatele známa).
Od kdy povinnosti platí?
• Návrh musí ještě projít Senátem a být podepsán Prezidentem.
• Zákon nabyde účinnosti prvním dnem druhého kalendářního měsíce následujícího po dni jeho vyhlášení. Pravděpodobným datem je 1. červenec.
• Zaměstnavatelé s 250 a více zaměstnanci budou povinni mít funkční vnitřní oznamovací systém k datu účinnosti zákona
• Zaměstnavatelé s 50 až 249 zaměstnanci budou povinni zřídit vnitřní oznamovací systém do 15. 12. 2023.
Jak Vám můžeme pomoci?
• Proškolíme Váš management, srozumitelně jej seznámíme s povinnostmi ukládanými zákonem a také poskytneme individuální doporučení ohledně nejsnazší možné implementace vnitřního oznamovacího systému, jeho vedení a dalších Best Practices.
• Poskytneme Vám komplexní balík služeb ke splnění zákonem uložených povinností, v jehož rámci pro Vás můžeme rovněž zajistit zavedení vnitřního oznamovacího systému.
• Pomůžeme s nastavením interních compliance procesů a připravíme interní předpisy.
• Proškolíme pověřenou osobu a seznámíme ji s procesem přijímání a vyhodnocování oznámení a s jejími zákonnými povinnostmi a jak jim nejlépe dostát.

Koho se to týká?
• Návrh zákona přináší povinnosti zaměstnavatelům, kteří naplní definici povinného subjektu. Tím budou zejména všichni zaměstnavatelé, zaměstnávající 50 a více zaměstnanců.
Povinnosti
• Zřídit vnitřní oznamovací systém, kam budou moci oznamovatelé podávat oznámení o porušování předpisů, o kterém se dozvěděli v souvislosti s prací nebo jinou obdobnou činností.
• Informovat o zřízení oznamovacího systému a možnosti, jak lze oznámení podávat, a to způsobem, umožňujícím dálkový přístup.
• Určit příslušnou osobu, která bude mít na starosti vyhodnocování přijatých oznámení a navrhování opatření k nápravě zaměstnavateli a poučit tuto osobu o jejích povinnostech ze zákona.
• Zaměstnavatelé s 249 a méně zaměstnanci mohou vnitřní oznamovací systém sdílet nebo využít vnitřní oznamovací systém zavedený jiným povinným subjektem. Povinnost určit příslušnou osobu tím však není dotčena.
Co může být oznamováno?
• Jednání, jež má znaky trestného činu.
• Jednání, jež má znaky přestupku, za nějž lze uložit pokutu s horní hranicí alespoň 100 000 Kč.
• Jednání porušující právní předpisy nebo předpisy EU v některé z v návrhu vymezených oblastí. Co musí oznámení obsahovat?
• Údaje o jménu, příjmení a datu narození, nebo jiné údaje, z nichž je možné dovodit totožnost oznamovatele.
• Neobsahuje-li tyto údaje, není příslušná osoba povinna se oznámením zabývat (to neplatí, je-li příslušné osobě totožnost oznamovatele známa).
Od kdy povinnosti platí?
• Návrh musí ještě projít Senátem a být podepsán Prezidentem.
• Zákon nabyde účinnosti prvním dnem druhého kalendářního měsíce následujícího po dni jeho vyhlášení. Pravděpodobným datem je 1. červenec.
• Zaměstnavatelé s 250 a více zaměstnanci budou povinni mít funkční vnitřní oznamovací systém k datu účinnosti zákona
• Zaměstnavatelé s 50 až 249 zaměstnanci budou povinni zřídit vnitřní oznamovací systém do 15. 12. 2023.
Jak Vám můžeme pomoci?
• Proškolíme Váš management, srozumitelně jej seznámíme s povinnostmi ukládanými zákonem a také poskytneme individuální doporučení ohledně nejsnazší možné implementace vnitřního oznamovacího systému, jeho vedení a dalších Best Practices.
• Poskytneme Vám komplexní balík služeb ke splnění zákonem uložených povinností, v jehož rámci pro Vás můžeme rovněž zajistit zavedení vnitřního oznamovacího systému.
• Pomůžeme s nastavením interních compliance procesů a připravíme interní předpisy.
• Proškolíme pověřenou osobu a seznámíme ji s procesem přijímání a vyhodnocování oznámení a s jejími zákonnými povinnostmi a jak jim nejlépe dostát.
PETERKA & PARTNERS Newsletter
25/04/2023 PETERKA & PARTNERS Newsletter
We are excited to announce the release of our latest newsletter, which contains all the latest legal and tax news from our jurisdiction, as well as exciting news from our firm.
Keep up to date with all the latest news in the legal world and find out what's new at PETERKA & PARTNERS!
Check out our newsletter on the link.

We are excited to announce the release of our latest newsletter, which contains all the latest legal and tax news from our jurisdiction, as well as exciting news from our firm.
Keep up to date with all the latest news in the legal world and find out what's new at PETERKA & PARTNERS!
Check out our newsletter on the link.
Newly introduced Whistleblowing regime in Hungary
24/04/2023 Newly introduced Whistleblowing regime in Hungary
The Hungarian Parliament adopted a new Whistleblowing Act on 11 April 2023 with the purpose of implementing the 2019/1937/EU Directive in Hungary.
The Act is expected to be published soon and it will enter into force on the 60th day after its publication for companies with more than 250 employees, and service providers subject to the Anti-Money Laundering Act regardless of the number of employees.
The new Act also applies to companies with 50-249 employees from 17 December 2023. They may operate a common whistleblower protection system, however, a common channel operated at the central level of a company group would not be possible, since compliance with special Hungarian regulations is also necessary.
Employers may decide to handle the reports of whistleblowers totally internally, or it is possible to involve a whistleblower protection attorney.

The Hungarian Parliament adopted a new Whistleblowing Act on 11 April 2023 with the purpose of implementing the 2019/1937/EU Directive in Hungary.
The Act is expected to be published soon and it will enter into force on the 60th day after its publication for companies with more than 250 employees, and service providers subject to the Anti-Money Laundering Act regardless of the number of employees.
The new Act also applies to companies with 50-249 employees from 17 December 2023. They may operate a common whistleblower protection system, however, a common channel operated at the central level of a company group would not be possible, since compliance with special Hungarian regulations is also necessary.
Employers may decide to handle the reports of whistleblowers totally internally, or it is possible to involve a whistleblower protection attorney.
Slovak Constitutional Court rules on costs recorded in the court file / Nález Ústavného súdu k nároku sporových strán na trovy vyplývajúce zo súdneho spisu
24/04/2023 Slovak Constitutional Court rules on costs recorded in the court file / Nález Ústavného súdu k nároku sporových strán na trovy vyplývajúce zo súdneho spisu
Ustanovenia Civilného sporového poriadku stanovujú povinnosť všeobecných súdov vyčísliť všetky trovy, ktoré vyplývajú z údajov v súdnom spise. Napriek tomu, že táto povinnosť jasne vyplýva zo zákona, v našej praxi sme sa stretli aj s prípadmi, kedy všeobecné súdy uvedené ustanovenie interpretovali nesprávne a od sporových strán nad zákonný rámec vyžadovali vyčíslenie aj takýchto trov. Pokiaľ tak strany neurobili, súdy to sankcionovali nepriznaním trov, ktoré si strany nevyčíslili, a to aj napriek tomu, že o ich vzniku nebola na podklade spisu žiadna pochybnosť.
Aj keď sa Ústavný súd k otázke náhrady trov vyjadruje dosť sporadicky, vo svojom nedávnom rozhodnutí v zhode s našou argumentáciou definitívne ozrejmil, že je povinnosťou všeobecných súdov samostatne a iniciatívne rozhodnúť o trovách, ktoré vyplývajú zo súdneho spisu bez akejkoľvek aktivity sporových strán. Viac sa dočítate v priloženom dokumente TU.

Ustanovenia Civilného sporového poriadku stanovujú povinnosť všeobecných súdov vyčísliť všetky trovy, ktoré vyplývajú z údajov v súdnom spise. Napriek tomu, že táto povinnosť jasne vyplýva zo zákona, v našej praxi sme sa stretli aj s prípadmi, kedy všeobecné súdy uvedené ustanovenie interpretovali nesprávne a od sporových strán nad zákonný rámec vyžadovali vyčíslenie aj takýchto trov. Pokiaľ tak strany neurobili, súdy to sankcionovali nepriznaním trov, ktoré si strany nevyčíslili, a to aj napriek tomu, že o ich vzniku nebola na podklade spisu žiadna pochybnosť.
Aj keď sa Ústavný súd k otázke náhrady trov vyjadruje dosť sporadicky, vo svojom nedávnom rozhodnutí v zhode s našou argumentáciou definitívne ozrejmil, že je povinnosťou všeobecných súdov samostatne a iniciatívne rozhodnúť o trovách, ktoré vyplývajú zo súdneho spisu bez akejkoľvek aktivity sporových strán. Viac sa dočítate v priloženom dokumente TU.
PETERKA & PARTNERS recommended by Media Law International
21/04/2023 PETERKA & PARTNERS recommended by Media Law International
PETERKA & PARTNERS is delighted to announce that our office in the Czech Republic have been ranked by the prestigious legal journal Media Law International. We are pleased that we have maintained our position in the journal’s rankings, and in such a specific practice area of Media Law.

PETERKA & PARTNERS is delighted to announce that our office in the Czech Republic have been ranked by the prestigious legal journal Media Law International. We are pleased that we have maintained our position in the journal’s rankings, and in such a specific practice area of Media Law.
PETERKA & PARTNERS recommended in 14 practice areas in The Legal 500 EMEA 2023 edition
19/04/2023 PETERKA & PARTNERS recommended in 14 practice areas in The Legal 500 EMEA 2023 edition
We are thrilled to announce that PETERKA & PARTNERS has been recommended in 14 practice areas in The Legal 500 (Legalease) EMEA 2023 edition!
Our firm was ranked as a leading firm in three countries - the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Ukraine. Moreover, we are proud to share that Adela Krbcova, Director for the Czech office and Leader of Labour Law, was ranked as a leading individual in Трудове право Law.
The Legal 500 is one of the most respected legal directories in the world, and we are honored to have received such recognition. We would like to thank our clients for their trust and loyalty, as well as our team for their hard work and dedication.
We remain committed to delivering the highest quality legal services to our clients, and we look forward to continuing to grow and strengthen our practice.

We are thrilled to announce that PETERKA & PARTNERS has been recommended in 14 practice areas in The Legal 500 (Legalease) EMEA 2023 edition!
Our firm was ranked as a leading firm in three countries - the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Ukraine. Moreover, we are proud to share that Adela Krbcova, Director for the Czech office and Leader of Labour Law, was ranked as a leading individual in Трудове право Law.
The Legal 500 is one of the most respected legal directories in the world, and we are honored to have received such recognition. We would like to thank our clients for their trust and loyalty, as well as our team for their hard work and dedication.
We remain committed to delivering the highest quality legal services to our clients, and we look forward to continuing to grow and strengthen our practice.
Vládní návrh zákona o ochraně oznamovatelů míří do třetího čtení
18/04/2023 Vládní návrh zákona o ochraně oznamovatelů míří do třetího čtení
Poslaneckou sněmovnou prošel dne 4. dubna 2023 ve druhém čtení vládní návrh zákona o ochraně oznamovatelů, transponující Směrnici Evropského parlamentu a Rady (EU) 2019/1937 o ochraně osob, které oznamují porušení práv Unie.
Návrh zákona má přinést řadu nových povinností pro velké množství zaměstnavatelů, kteří budou mimo jiné povinni zřídit vnitřní oznamovací kanály a určit pověřenou osobu, jejímž úkolem bude vyhodnocovat oznámení, která budou prostřednictvím těchto kanálů přijata. Právě povaze oznámení a rozsahu jeho vyhodnocování se věnuje většina předložených písemných pozměňovacích návrhů. K těmto návrhům vyjádřil v pátek 14. dubna 2023 své stanovisko Ústavně-právní výbor jakožto výbor garanční. Stanovisko bylo přijato jako sněmovní tisk 352/4.
Výbor doporučuje ve třetím čtení přijmout návrh poslance Marka Bendy, jenž by přidal pověřené osobě i povinnost zabývat se oznámeními přestupků, jejichž horní hranice je alespoň 100 000 Kč.
Doporučeny naopak nebyly návrhy, které měly za cíl přidat pověřené osobě povinnost zabývat se oznámeními přestupků nezávisle na výši pokuty, kterou je za ně možno uložit. Výbor tak učinil, i když ve svém předchozím stanovisku doporučil právě takový pozměňovací návrh poslance Jakuba Michálka přijmout. Dále nebyly doporučeny návrhy, požadující, aby se povinnost zabývat se oznámením vztahovala i na oznámení podaná anonymně. K návrhu na povinnost zabývat se anonymním oznámením jen ve vztahu k veřejným zadavatelům či jimi ovládaným osobám, nebylo žádné stanovisko přijato.
Další projednávání návrhu je možné od 19. dubna 2023. Projde-li návrh třetím čtením, bude ještě nutné, aby jej přijal Senát a podepsal Prezident. Zákon by poté měl nabýt účinnosti prvním dnem druhého kalendářního měsíce následujícího po dni jeho vyhlášení.

Poslaneckou sněmovnou prošel dne 4. dubna 2023 ve druhém čtení vládní návrh zákona o ochraně oznamovatelů, transponující Směrnici Evropského parlamentu a Rady (EU) 2019/1937 o ochraně osob, které oznamují porušení práv Unie.
Návrh zákona má přinést řadu nových povinností pro velké množství zaměstnavatelů, kteří budou mimo jiné povinni zřídit vnitřní oznamovací kanály a určit pověřenou osobu, jejímž úkolem bude vyhodnocovat oznámení, která budou prostřednictvím těchto kanálů přijata. Právě povaze oznámení a rozsahu jeho vyhodnocování se věnuje většina předložených písemných pozměňovacích návrhů. K těmto návrhům vyjádřil v pátek 14. dubna 2023 své stanovisko Ústavně-právní výbor jakožto výbor garanční. Stanovisko bylo přijato jako sněmovní tisk 352/4.
Výbor doporučuje ve třetím čtení přijmout návrh poslance Marka Bendy, jenž by přidal pověřené osobě i povinnost zabývat se oznámeními přestupků, jejichž horní hranice je alespoň 100 000 Kč.
Doporučeny naopak nebyly návrhy, které měly za cíl přidat pověřené osobě povinnost zabývat se oznámeními přestupků nezávisle na výši pokuty, kterou je za ně možno uložit. Výbor tak učinil, i když ve svém předchozím stanovisku doporučil právě takový pozměňovací návrh poslance Jakuba Michálka přijmout. Dále nebyly doporučeny návrhy, požadující, aby se povinnost zabývat se oznámením vztahovala i na oznámení podaná anonymně. K návrhu na povinnost zabývat se anonymním oznámením jen ve vztahu k veřejným zadavatelům či jimi ovládaným osobám, nebylo žádné stanovisko přijato.
Další projednávání návrhu je možné od 19. dubna 2023. Projde-li návrh třetím čtením, bude ještě nutné, aby jej přijal Senát a podepsal Prezident. Zákon by poté měl nabýt účinnosti prvním dnem druhého kalendářního měsíce následujícího po dni jeho vyhlášení.
Amendment to law on protection of whistle-blowers
12/04/2023 Amendment to law on protection of whistle-blowers
Directive (EU) 2019/1937 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 October 2019 on the protection of persons who report breaches of Union law was transposed by Law 361/2022 on the protection of whistle-blowers (“Law 361/2022”).
Law 361/2022 came into force at the end of December 2022, and it provides for: (i) a certain protection mechanism for persons (including employees) who report “breaches of the law”, either internally or externally, (ii) certain obligations for employers (under particular conditions), as well as for, (iii) rules regarding the reporting itself (either internal or external).
Barely entered into force, an amendment was soon brought to Law 361/2022 by means of Law 67/2023, which came into effect on 31 March 2023.
PETERKA & PARTNERS Romania is pleased to invite you to read extended information about this topic in the legal article available here.
Our dedicated team remains at your disposal in view of providing more information and any related legal assistance connected to this topic.

Directive (EU) 2019/1937 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 October 2019 on the protection of persons who report breaches of Union law was transposed by Law 361/2022 on the protection of whistle-blowers (“Law 361/2022”).
Law 361/2022 came into force at the end of December 2022, and it provides for: (i) a certain protection mechanism for persons (including employees) who report “breaches of the law”, either internally or externally, (ii) certain obligations for employers (under particular conditions), as well as for, (iii) rules regarding the reporting itself (either internal or external).
Barely entered into force, an amendment was soon brought to Law 361/2022 by means of Law 67/2023, which came into effect on 31 March 2023.
PETERKA & PARTNERS Romania is pleased to invite you to read extended information about this topic in the legal article available here.
Our dedicated team remains at your disposal in view of providing more information and any related legal assistance connected to this topic.
The tax team of Peterka & Партнерs Ukraine has successfully represented client in the VAT dispute / Податкова команда Peterka & Партнерs Ukraine успішно представила клієнта в спорі щодо ПДВ
11/04/2023 The tax team of Peterka & Партнерs Ukraine has successfully represented client in the VAT dispute / Податкова команда Peterka & Партнерs Ukraine успішно представила клієнта в спорі щодо ПДВ
The tax team at Peterka Партнерs Ukraine recently achieved another victory for their client, a Danish-based high-tech company, in a value added tax (VAT) dispute. The team provided effective representation and guidance throughout the proceedings, resulting in a favorable outcome for the client.
Through the diligent efforts of the Peterka Партнерs Ukraine tax team, a major part of the denied input VAT was restored by the State Tax Service. This significant result allowed the client to effectively resolve the dispute within administrative proceedings, avoiding a lengthy court battle.
Galyna Melnyk, Tax Advisor and Deputy Director for PETERKA & PARTNERS Ukraine and Klara Karapetian, Юрист, played a key role in securing this positive outcome for the client.
Податкова команда Peterka Партнерs Україна нещодавно здобула чергову перемогу для свого клієнта, високотехнологічної компанії з Данії, у суперечці щодо податку на додану вартість (ПДВ). Команда забезпечувала ефективне представництво клієнта протягом усього процесу, що завершилося позитивним результатом для клієнта.

Завдяки наполегливим зусиллям податкової команди Peterka Партнерs Україна Державна податкова служба визнала право клієнта на значну частину оспорюваного від’ємного значення з ПДВ. Такий вагомий результат дозволив клієнту ефективно вирішити спір в адміністративному порядку та уникнути затяжного вирішення спору у судах.

Галина Мельник, податковий радник та заступник директора PETERKA & PARTNERS Україна та Клара Карапетян, юрист, відіграли ключову роль у забезпеченні позитивного результату для клієнта.

The tax team at Peterka Партнерs Ukraine recently achieved another victory for their client, a Danish-based high-tech company, in a value added tax (VAT) dispute. The team provided effective representation and guidance throughout the proceedings, resulting in a favorable outcome for the client.
Through the diligent efforts of the Peterka Партнерs Ukraine tax team, a major part of the denied input VAT was restored by the State Tax Service. This significant result allowed the client to effectively resolve the dispute within administrative proceedings, avoiding a lengthy court battle.
Galyna Melnyk, Tax Advisor and Deputy Director for PETERKA & PARTNERS Ukraine and Klara Karapetian, Юрист, played a key role in securing this positive outcome for the client.
Податкова команда Peterka Партнерs Україна нещодавно здобула чергову перемогу для свого клієнта, високотехнологічної компанії з Данії, у суперечці щодо податку на додану вартість (ПДВ). Команда забезпечувала ефективне представництво клієнта протягом усього процесу, що завершилося позитивним результатом для клієнта.

Завдяки наполегливим зусиллям податкової команди Peterka Партнерs Україна Державна податкова служба визнала право клієнта на значну частину оспорюваного від’ємного значення з ПДВ. Такий вагомий результат дозволив клієнту ефективно вирішити спір в адміністративному порядку та уникнути затяжного вирішення спору у судах.

Галина Мельник, податковий радник та заступник директора PETERKA & PARTNERS Україна та Клара Карапетян, юрист, відіграли ключову роль у забезпеченні позитивного результату для клієнта.
PETERKA & PARTNERS Bulgaria advises a technology and logistics group operating in the CEE
10/04/2023 PETERKA & PARTNERS Bulgaria advises a technology and logistics group operating in the CEE
PETERKA&PARTNERS Bulgaria assists the local subsidiary of a fast growing technology and logistics group operating in the CEE region providing services for e-commerce, retail, restaurants and fast food on various general commercial and compliance matters, including advice on contractual, lease, insurance, data and trade secrets protection.

PETERKA&PARTNERS Bulgaria assists the local subsidiary of a fast growing technology and logistics group operating in the CEE region providing services for e-commerce, retail, restaurants and fast food on various general commercial and compliance matters, including advice on contractual, lease, insurance, data and trade secrets protection.
CEE Litigation Newsletter
04/04/2023 CEE Litigation Newsletter
It is our pleasure to share with you the latest edition of the CEE Litigation Newsletter powered by PETERKA & PARTNERS. We bring you a summary of practical litigation legal news from jurisdictions of Slovakia, Hungary, Czech republic and Romania. Enjoy the reading!

It is our pleasure to share with you the latest edition of the CEE Litigation Newsletter powered by PETERKA & PARTNERS. We bring you a summary of practical litigation legal news from jurisdictions of Slovakia, Hungary, Czech republic and Romania. Enjoy the reading!
More favourable consumer complaint handling rules for businesses in Hungary
27/03/2023 More favourable consumer complaint handling rules for businesses in Hungary
Pursuant to recent amendments to the Hungarian Consumer Protection Act, proceedings by the consumer protection authority can only be initiated after the consumer has tried to resolve the dispute directly with the business concerned. A written complaint submitted by a consumer shall be answered in writing within 30 days of receipt in a way that can be verified later. If a business rejects the complaint of the consumer, such decision needs to be justified. If the complaint is rejected, consumers shall be informed in writing before which authority or conciliation board proceedings could be initiated, and in addition to the obligatory elements, information shall also include whether the business has made a general declaration of submission at a conciliation board located where its registered seat is located. Other benefits for businesses is that they can ignore the investigation of a complaint submitted by the same consumer with the same content as well as a complaint made by an unidentified person. #legalnews #consumerprotection #peterkapartners

Pursuant to recent amendments to the Hungarian Consumer Protection Act, proceedings by the consumer protection authority can only be initiated after the consumer has tried to resolve the dispute directly with the business concerned. A written complaint submitted by a consumer shall be answered in writing within 30 days of receipt in a way that can be verified later. If a business rejects the complaint of the consumer, such decision needs to be justified. If the complaint is rejected, consumers shall be informed in writing before which authority or conciliation board proceedings could be initiated, and in addition to the obligatory elements, information shall also include whether the business has made a general declaration of submission at a conciliation board located where its registered seat is located. Other benefits for businesses is that they can ignore the investigation of a complaint submitted by the same consumer with the same content as well as a complaint made by an unidentified person. #legalnews #consumerprotection #peterkapartners
New Vertical Block Exemption Regulations (VBER)
24/03/2023 New Vertical Block Exemption Regulations (VBER)
As of 1 June 2022, the new Vertical Block Exemption Regulations (VBER) apply, which bring with them changes to the regulation of customer-supplier relations.
The types of agreements covered by the VBER are agreements between undertakings operating at different levels of the production or distribution chain with a market share of less than 30%. This typically means distribution agreements, agency agreements, franchise agreements, and supply/sub-supply agreements.
The full article can be found by following this link.

As of 1 June 2022, the new Vertical Block Exemption Regulations (VBER) apply, which bring with them changes to the regulation of customer-supplier relations.
The types of agreements covered by the VBER are agreements between undertakings operating at different levels of the production or distribution chain with a market share of less than 30%. This typically means distribution agreements, agency agreements, franchise agreements, and supply/sub-supply agreements.
The full article can be found by following this link.
PETERKA & PARTNERS Expands to Croatia
20/03/2023 PETERKA & PARTNERS Expands to Croatia
Peterka & Партнерs, a leading Central and Eastern European law firm, has announced the opening of a new office in Croatia. The new office, located in Zagreb, became operational on 1 March 2023. This marks an important milestone for the firm, which has been working towards expanding its presence to Croatia for the past seven years. The new office will provide comprehensive legal services for both international and domestic clients in Croatia.
"Our expansion into Croatia is an important step for us as we continue to grow and enhance our presence in the CEE region. We are committed to providing our clients with high-quality legal services across the entire CEE region and we believe that our new office in Zagreb will help us achieve this goal," said Ondřej Peterka, Managing Партнер of Peterka & Партнерs.
The main contact in the Zagreb office will be Anja Haramija, who has extensive experience in the legal industry in Croatia. "I am thrilled to be part of the Peterka & Партнерs new office in Zagreb. We are excited to be able to increase the regional synergies within the Peterka & Партнерs group and to provide our clients with the best possible legal advice and solutions," said Ms. Anja Haramija.
Within the Peterka & Партнерs organization, the Zagreb office will become a single point of contact for the coordination of legal services for the former Yugoslavia, and the ninth Peterka & Партнерs office in the CEE region. ----------------------------------
The press release published on PETERKA & PARTNERS web page under title PETERKA & PARTNERS Expands to Croatia was corrected on 20.4.2023 regarding the use of the title „Партнер“ and „Director for Croatia“, all based on the instructions of the Croatian Bar Association. Based on the above-mentioned press release published on the PETERKA & PARTNERS web page https://www.peterkapartners.com/, the below-mentioned media have published a press release on the opening of PETERKA & PARTNERS office in Croatia:
1. https://www.fsok.sk/spanctualites/n/news/la-firme-davocats-de-leco-peterka-partners-arrive-en-croatie.html
2. https://www.fsok.sk/sk/spanktuality/n/news/spandvokatska-kancelaria-peterka-partners-expanduje-do-chorvatska.html
3. https://rynekprawniczy.pl/2023/04/11/peterka-partners-otwiera-biuro-w-chorwacji/
4. https://pravo.ua/iurydychna-firma-peterka-partners-rozpochynaie-robotu-v-khorvatii/
Given that the above-mentioned media have published a press release about the opening of PETERKA & PARTNERS in Croatia before the Croatian Bar Association has informed PETERKA&PARTNERS odvjetničko društvo d.o.o. on its opinion regarding the use of the title „Партнер“ and „Director for Croatia“ for Ms. Anja Haramija, PETERKA&PARTNERS odvjetničko društvo d.o.o. hereby publicly distances itself from such reporting regarding the used title „Партнер“ and „Director for Croatia“ for Ms. Anja Haramija.
PETERKA&PARTNERS odvjetničko društvo d.o.o. hereby confirms that Ms. Anja Haramija is a Старший юрист and the main contact in the Zagreb office.

Peterka & Партнерs, a leading Central and Eastern European law firm, has announced the opening of a new office in Croatia. The new office, located in Zagreb, became operational on 1 March 2023. This marks an important milestone for the firm, which has been working towards expanding its presence to Croatia for the past seven years. The new office will provide comprehensive legal services for both international and domestic clients in Croatia.
"Our expansion into Croatia is an important step for us as we continue to grow and enhance our presence in the CEE region. We are committed to providing our clients with high-quality legal services across the entire CEE region and we believe that our new office in Zagreb will help us achieve this goal," said Ondřej Peterka, Managing Партнер of Peterka & Партнерs.
The main contact in the Zagreb office will be Anja Haramija, who has extensive experience in the legal industry in Croatia. "I am thrilled to be part of the Peterka & Партнерs new office in Zagreb. We are excited to be able to increase the regional synergies within the Peterka & Партнерs group and to provide our clients with the best possible legal advice and solutions," said Ms. Anja Haramija.
Within the Peterka & Партнерs organization, the Zagreb office will become a single point of contact for the coordination of legal services for the former Yugoslavia, and the ninth Peterka & Партнерs office in the CEE region. ----------------------------------
The press release published on PETERKA & PARTNERS web page under title PETERKA & PARTNERS Expands to Croatia was corrected on 20.4.2023 regarding the use of the title „Партнер“ and „Director for Croatia“, all based on the instructions of the Croatian Bar Association. Based on the above-mentioned press release published on the PETERKA & PARTNERS web page https://www.peterkapartners.com/, the below-mentioned media have published a press release on the opening of PETERKA & PARTNERS office in Croatia:
1. https://www.fsok.sk/spanctualites/n/news/la-firme-davocats-de-leco-peterka-partners-arrive-en-croatie.html
2. https://www.fsok.sk/sk/spanktuality/n/news/spandvokatska-kancelaria-peterka-partners-expanduje-do-chorvatska.html
3. https://rynekprawniczy.pl/2023/04/11/peterka-partners-otwiera-biuro-w-chorwacji/
4. https://pravo.ua/iurydychna-firma-peterka-partners-rozpochynaie-robotu-v-khorvatii/
Given that the above-mentioned media have published a press release about the opening of PETERKA & PARTNERS in Croatia before the Croatian Bar Association has informed PETERKA&PARTNERS odvjetničko društvo d.o.o. on its opinion regarding the use of the title „Партнер“ and „Director for Croatia“ for Ms. Anja Haramija, PETERKA&PARTNERS odvjetničko društvo d.o.o. hereby publicly distances itself from such reporting regarding the used title „Партнер“ and „Director for Croatia“ for Ms. Anja Haramija.
PETERKA&PARTNERS odvjetničko društvo d.o.o. hereby confirms that Ms. Anja Haramija is a Старший юрист and the main contact in the Zagreb office.
Whistleblower Protection Bill on its way to second reading
17/03/2023 Whistleblower Protection Bill on its way to second reading
The Whistleblower Protection Bill, which has been debated extensively over the past year, is now heading for its second reading after its consideration by the Constitutional Law Committee as a committee of guarantee. Consideration of the bill is proposed for the agenda of the 63rd session of the Chamber of Deputies, which will take place from the 4 April 2023 on. The full article can be found by following this link.

The Whistleblower Protection Bill, which has been debated extensively over the past year, is now heading for its second reading after its consideration by the Constitutional Law Committee as a committee of guarantee. Consideration of the bill is proposed for the agenda of the 63rd session of the Chamber of Deputies, which will take place from the 4 April 2023 on. The full article can be found by following this link.
We should adapt to and accommodate the incoming generation, say the directors of Peterka & Партнерs
16/03/2023 We should adapt to and accommodate the incoming generation, say the directors of Peterka & Партнерs
We are proud to be a main partner of the extraordinary project „#PRVNÍCH100LET (žen v právu)“ (Women in Law). The unique “Women in Law” project brings together the inspiring women of today's legal world and public life. Is a legal career interesting for the upcoming generation? What makes these women feel unique? What qualities are key to the legal profession? All of this, and more, is what Cosmina Aron, Galyna Melnyk, and Agnieszka Siwińska talk about in the Právničky LIVE! stream. The transcript of the livestream you can read here.

We are proud to be a main partner of the extraordinary project „#PRVNÍCH100LET (žen v právu)“ (Women in Law). The unique “Women in Law” project brings together the inspiring women of today's legal world and public life. Is a legal career interesting for the upcoming generation? What makes these women feel unique? What qualities are key to the legal profession? All of this, and more, is what Cosmina Aron, Galyna Melnyk, and Agnieszka Siwińska talk about in the Právničky LIVE! stream. The transcript of the livestream you can read here.
ChatGPT from the perspective of copyright law
15/03/2023 ChatGPT from the perspective of copyright law
OpenAI, founded by Elon Musk, has been developing artificial intelligence capable of generating text
and answering user queries for several years now. The latest version of ChatGPT (Generative Pretrained Transformer) is a language model for automatically generating text based on user input. This
chatbot has been available on the company's servers since 30 November 2022, and can be accessed
by creating an account on the OpenAI website.
The full article can be found by following this link.

OpenAI, founded by Elon Musk, has been developing artificial intelligence capable of generating text
and answering user queries for several years now. The latest version of ChatGPT (Generative Pretrained Transformer) is a language model for automatically generating text based on user input. This
chatbot has been available on the company's servers since 30 November 2022, and can be accessed
by creating an account on the OpenAI website.
The full article can be found by following this link.
Hermès v. Rothschild Judgment: Conflict between freedom of artistic expression and trademark owner's rights in a blockchain environment
15/03/2023 Hermès v. Rothschild Judgment: Conflict between freedom of artistic expression and trademark owner's rights in a blockchain environment
Given the rapid development of new technologies, the question often arises as to what extent existing "traditional" legal concepts are able to encompass these developments and to what extent they can be applied to the reality of relationships arising in the metaverse or in blockchain.
The full article can be found by following this link.

Given the rapid development of new technologies, the question often arises as to what extent existing "traditional" legal concepts are able to encompass these developments and to what extent they can be applied to the reality of relationships arising in the metaverse or in blockchain.
The full article can be found by following this link.
Breakthrough law on class actions
14/03/2023 Breakthrough law on class actions
A draft law on class actions will enter the legislative process, which aims to enrich the Czech legal system with the institution of class actions. The draft law transposes Directive (EU) 2020/1828 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 25 November 2020 on representative actions for the protection of consumers' collective interests, the deadline for implementation of which expired on 25 December 2022.
This is the second legislative proposal for a law on collective proceedings; the previous government came up with a draft law that reached the first reading in the Chamber of Deputies, but its consideration was suspended due to the end of the term of office of the previous cabinet.
The full article can be found by following this link.

A draft law on class actions will enter the legislative process, which aims to enrich the Czech legal system with the institution of class actions. The draft law transposes Directive (EU) 2020/1828 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 25 November 2020 on representative actions for the protection of consumers' collective interests, the deadline for implementation of which expired on 25 December 2022.
This is the second legislative proposal for a law on collective proceedings; the previous government came up with a draft law that reached the first reading in the Chamber of Deputies, but its consideration was suspended due to the end of the term of office of the previous cabinet.
The full article can be found by following this link.
#PRVNÍCH100LET: Cosmina Aron, Agnieszka Siwińska and Galyna Melnyk in live stream
14/03/2023 #PRVNÍCH100LET: Cosmina Aron, Agnieszka Siwińska and Galyna Melnyk in live stream
We are proud to be a main partner of the extraordinary project „#PRVNÍCH100LET (žen v právu)“ (Women in Law). The unique “Women in Law” project brings together the inspiring women of today's legal world and public life. This topic is especially important to us, because at PETERKA & PARTNERS women make up more than half of our colleagues, including the highest management positions. We are very pleased to be able to introduce some of them to you as part of this project.
Our partners, directors - Cosmina Aron, Agnieszka Siwińska and Galyna Melnyk participated in other live stream Právničky LIVE!
They gathered together as a unique international ensemble and enjoyed the live stream immensely.
You can see the live-streamed talk here: Právničky LIVE

We are proud to be a main partner of the extraordinary project „#PRVNÍCH100LET (žen v právu)“ (Women in Law). The unique “Women in Law” project brings together the inspiring women of today's legal world and public life. This topic is especially important to us, because at PETERKA & PARTNERS women make up more than half of our colleagues, including the highest management positions. We are very pleased to be able to introduce some of them to you as part of this project.
Our partners, directors - Cosmina Aron, Agnieszka Siwińska and Galyna Melnyk participated in other live stream Právničky LIVE!
They gathered together as a unique international ensemble and enjoyed the live stream immensely.
You can see the live-streamed talk here: Právničky LIVE

As the content of the local web site is subject to prior approval of the Romanian bar,
this page is not available at the moment. We apologize for inconveniences.

Web stranica PETERKA & PARTNERS odvjetničko društvo d.o.o.
Trg Nikole Zrinskog 16, Zagreb, telefon: +385 99 4585181 / haramija@peterkapartners.hr
OIB: 61481916494, upisano u sudski registar Trgovačkog suda u Zagrebu pod MBS: 081482808,
direktor: Ondřej Peterka,
temeljni kapital: HRK 350 000,00 / EUR 46 452,98 (fiksni tečaj konverzije 7,53450; uplaćen u cijelosti),
IBAN: HR3523600001103046783, otvoren kod Zagrebačka banka d.d., Zagreb, Trg bana Josipa Jelačića 10
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Website of PETERKA & PARTNERS law firm Ltd.
Trg Nikole Zrinskog 16, Zagreb, tel. contact: +385 994585181 / haramija@peterkapartners.hr
PIN: 61481916494, registered in Commercial Register of Commercial Court in Zagreb under MBS: 081482808,
director: Ondřej Peterka,
shared capital: HRK 350 000,00 / EUR 46 452,98 (fixed conversation rate 7,53450; paid in full),
IBAN: HR3523600001103046783, opened at Zagrebačka banka d.d., Zagreb, Trg bana Josipa Jelačića 10
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