In the past months, also Austrian companies faced major challenges. Declines in business have made short-time work (Kurzarbeit) and the conversion of staff deployment schemes necessary. Many companies now face the task to implement further staff adjustments. They should be as legally secure, efficient and socially acceptable as possible. In…
In early March 2020, after COVID-19 had already begun its journey of destruction around the world, the European…
In brief The current climate surrounding the COVID-19 crisis requires a significant level of flexibility in contractual relationships.…
The financial markets are experiencing a significant amount of disruption for which there is no precedent. However, in these difficult times it is important that originators, sponsors and securitisation special purpose entities (SSPEs) do not lose sight of their regulatory obligations under Regulation (EU) 2017/2402 (Securitisation Regulation). This short briefing…
After Easter customers will be allowed to enter hardware and garden stores, stores of construction materials, iron and…
After Easter customers will be allowed to enter hardware and garden stores, stores of construction materials, iron and…
Countries around the globe are facing unprecedented and rapid change due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Government Intervention Schemes Guide provides a summary of key government intervention measures across jurisdictions around the globe in relation to: Foreign Investment Restrictions Debt Equity Taxation EU State Aid Approvals (where relevant) Read report…
Our latest edition covers 39 jurisdictions, answering five common data privacy and security questions employers may have in…
Read publication Coronavirus – Immediate Employment Actions In order to master economic difficulties resulting from the corona crisis…
Baker McKenzie’s EMEA Employment and Compensation Team is pleased to provide you with this quick guide for employers, dealing with 11 of the most pressing issues employers are currently faced in light of the Coronavirus outbreak across 19 European jurisdictions. In the words of our French colleagues: “Pas de Panique”…