NKO has advised the Dr. Max Group on its acquisition of the Uniprom pharmacy chain in Zajecar.
Zivkovic Samardzic Advises on Sale of HDL Design House to Capgemini Consulting
Zivkovic Samardzic has advised the shareholders of HDL Design House on their sale of the company to Capgemini Consulting Oesterreich. Amoiridis reportedly advised HDL Design House as well. Karanovic & Partners and Moussas & Partners reportedly advised Capgemini.
Schoenherr and Karanovic & Partners Advise on Sale of Maxbet to Flutter Entertainment
Moravcevic Vojnovic and Partners in cooperation with Schoenherr has advised the shareholders of Maxbet on the sale of a 51% stake in the company to Flutter Entertainment for a cash consideration of EUR 141 million. Karanovic & Partners, working with Arthur Cox, advised Flutter Entertainment.
Gecic Law and RPHS Law Successful for MTS in Telecommunications Dispute in Kosovo
Gecic Law, working with Deloitte Legal and RPHS Law, has advised MTS on a dispute with Pristina authorities stemming from the decision to revoke MTS’s operating license in Kosovo.
Trade Secrets Litigation in the EU: A Glimpse into the Landscape
Trade secrets are an invaluable asset for many businesses, often encompassing years of research, innovation, and strategic development. Protecting them is paramount, and the legal landscape surrounding this protection is ever-evolving. The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) recently published the report “Trade Secrets Litigation Trends in the EU” (June 2023), which provides fresh insights into the state of trade secrets litigation within the European Union.
Non-Bank Lending in Serbia
September 2023 – According to Article 5 of the Serbian Banking Act (Zakon o bankama), no person other than a bank licensed in Serbia may engage in the granting of loans unless authorised by law. One Serbian law that does allow foreign banks (i.e., banks not established and licensed in Serbia) to provide cross-border loans to Serbian entities is the Serbian Foreign Exchange Act (Zakon o deviznom poslovanju). In particular, Article 18(7) of the Foreign Exchange Act expressly allows Serbian entities to borrow cross-border from foreign banks, which are not required to obtain a banking licence in Serbia for this purpose.
Novelties Pertaining to Excise Taxation
The Law on Amendments to the Law on Excise (“the Law”) was published in the Official Gazette of the Republic of Serbia no. 75/2023 of September 6, 2023, and it entered into force on the eighth day after its publishing, i.e., on September 14, 2023, while it shall be applied from October 1, 2023.
Probate Proceedings With a Foreign Element in Serbia – Jurisdiction of the Serbian Courts
In the probate proceedings, the court determines who the heirs of the decedent are, which property makes up his estate, and which rights from the estate belong to heirs, legatees, and other persons.
German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act: Implications for Serbian Companies and Supply Chain
The German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act is a major advancement in the supply chain network, improving international human rights and environmental standards across the board. It focuses on issues of child labour, health and safety standards, and the role of trade unions, and will have substantial effects on all relevant parties concerned due to its scope and importance. For instance, the Act bans all sorts of conduct from discrimination to forced labour. Serbia in particular will be considerably impacted, since Germany is the country's largest trade partner.
How Can Corporate Reputation be Protected?
Corporate reputation is an organisation's most valuable intangible resource and may be defined as the public perception of the company and how it operates. It has its monetary expression and influences financial and social capital as well as market share. It can be positive and negative. Reputation is an essential aspect of any business. In today's digital age, a company's reputation can be easily tarnished through websites, social media, online reviews and news articles.
BDK Advokati Advises Digital Revolution Shareholders on Sale to Fibers PTE
BDK Advokati has advised Vision Gaming Holding and the other Digital Revolution shareholders on the sale of Digital Revolution to Singapore-based Fibers PTE.
Serbia's Improved FDI and Energy Prospects: A Buzz Interview with Hristina Kosec of Gecic Law
Serbia is experiencing positive economic growth driven by strong foreign direct investments, while developing a growing focus on energy security and the transition to renewable energy sources, according to Gecic Law Partner Hristina Kosec.
Product Liability for Products Containing Artificial Intelligence
Product liability for products containing artificial intelligence (AI) is a complex and evolving legal area that combines traditional product liability principles with the unique challenges posed by AI technology. Product liability refers to the legal responsibility of manufacturers and sellers for injuries or damages caused by their products.
Open Call for Women’s Entrepreneurship – Call for Granting Cash Incentives and Loans is Published
Open call for granting non-refundable cash incentives and approval of loans with the aim of incentivizing the development of women’s entrepreneurship was published on 28 August as part of Program for incentivising the development of entrepreneurship through financial assistance for women’s entrepreneurship (Program).
Increase of Excise Taxes by 8% for Certain Products
The Government of the Republic of Serbia adopted amendments and supplements to the Excise Law (Law) on 6 September 2023.
To Know What the Future Holds – A Closer Look into Duration of Court and Arbitral Proceedings
It is well established in today's world that the resolution of civil disputes is a crucial aspect of any legal system both by ensuring justice effectively and enabling continual business relationships to thrive unhindered by excessively long-lasting court proceedings.
The Government of the Republic of Serbia Adopted the Personal Data Protection Strategy
On August 25, 2023, the Government of the Republic of Serbia adopted the Personal Data Protection Strategy for the period 2023-2030 (“Strategy”).
Zivkovic Samardzic Successful for B92 Before European Court of Human Rights
Zivkovic Samardzic has successfully represented the B92 media company before the European Court of Human Rights in a dispute against Serbia.