Second edition of »start the talk« rescheduled
The second edition of the new event series “start the talk” has been rescheduled. On 24 June 2021 we will focus on the topic of “screw-ups” and learn how startups overcome obstacles. We are also pleased to announce that our top-class line-up for the panel discussion will remain after the cancellation in October 2020.
Liability of directors and board members in corporate groups
In practice, most large companies are structured as corporate groups. Corporate groups are recognised and in certain areas regulated by Swiss law (eg, accounting). However, there is little case law discussing the characteristics of corporate groups, particularly the liability of group executives.
Let’s »start the talk« – Start-Ups vs. Screw-Ups
It is time! The second event of our new event series “start the talk” will take place at the end of October. This time we will focus on the topic “Screw-Ups” and learn how startups overcome obstacles.
»start the talk« – A new event series that connects start-ups with experts, investors, and business angels
What convinces an investor to invest in a start-up? What homework do founders have to do to make themselves heard by investors? How can one attract the attention of one’s favourite investor?
Are the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic insured? Ombudsman commissions legal expert’s opinion
After spreading from Wuhan to Switzerland in less than three months, the COVID-19 crisis is creating major challenges for Swiss insurers, particularly with regard to whether insurance coverage for the effects of an epidemic also apply to a pandemic.
Who’s Who Legal | Markus Dörig
WWL says: Markus Dörig is “very experienced” and renowned for his “very broad skillset” in handling complex claims.
start the talk – our new event series for the start-up scene
Get ready! The Swiss start-up scene is getting a new event series: start the talk! The new concept brings together leading experts and start-ups to promote the exchange of ideas on all aspects of entrepreneurship.
Federal Supreme Court: negative interest in loan agreements
The Federal Supreme Court recently dealt with the question of whether the interest payment obligation in loan agreements can be reversed due to the introduction of negative interest.
Is surveillance of insured parties lawful?
Is surveillance of insured parties lawful? In case of doubt regarding eligibility for benefits, insurers in Switzerland (particularly accident and disability insurers) have a long record of hiring investigators to conduct surveillance in order to prevent abuse and to adjust or reclaim benefits if the doubt proves founded.
Int. Comparative Legal Guide 2020 – Franchise Switzerland
Franchise 2020
A practical cross-border insight into franchise law
