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Second Chance for Second Chance Directive?
In 2019, the EU adopted the so-called Second Chance Directive on restructuring and insolvency. Member states were obliged to adopt and publish by 2021, but at Poland’s request, the deadline was extended by one year. Two years later, Poland is yet to implement the directive, although a number of its measures have already been partially …
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Online Hearings Streamline International Cases
The Covid-19 pandemic completely opened the doors for online court hearings across the globe. During the pandemic, both courts and lawyers had time to test and adjust to this new tool. Online hearings have become a key part of the Polish judicial system, and from March they became a mainstay of the Code of Civil …
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Polish Law Bolsters Employees’ Position in Court
With Poland becoming an increasingly attractive prospect for large investments, employment law is becoming ever more critical for the future prospects of the country. Recent changes to Polish procedural law have strengthened employees’ position in court. Retaining Unwanted Employees Employees who have already enjoyed special protection (such as trade union members, pre-retirees, parents and soon-to-be …
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