Honesty represents an omnipresent principle in all specific areas of a business, and this should not be omitted even in the legal realm, more precisely in the field of advertising. “The cheapest product,” “Unbeatable price,” “Unique product,” “The best product on the market,” “Prices lower than competitors/competitor X,” “Number 1 product chosen by consumers” are...
The inclusion of a clause in the individual employment contract by which the parties agree to attempt to resolve an individual labor dispute amicably is beneficial; however, practice has shown that certain aspects can negatively influence this conciliation procedure. This clause can even be ineffective when the parties do not reach an agreement, either prior...
Artificial Intelligence – Between Innovative Technology and Disaster. Proposal for Union-Level Regulation of AI Usage Viewed as a method of enhancing society across numerous sectors and areas of activity, artificial intelligence represents a system that imitates and performs activities similar to those of humans, offering assistance through various techniques such as personalized recommendations tailored to...
“What fine am I at risk of if I don’t comply with the rules imposed by GDPR?” is a question often addressed by data controllers who sometimes choose not to adhere to the provisions imposed by data protection legislation, thinking that the chances of being sanctioned are minimal. However, the principle of prevention fully applies...
Consumers’ right of withdrawal from the perspective of the European Court of Justice. A recent case before the European Court of Justice reveals the perspective on the right of withdrawal that consumers concluding a distance contract with professionals can exercise in certain situations. It should be noted at the outset that the right of withdrawal...
In recent years, e-commerce has grown at a fast pace, facilitating cross-border sales of goods and services. As well as benefiting economies, it has unfortunately also provided an environment for some businesses to avoid paying VAT. For these reasons, the Council of the European Union has taken action to curb fraudulent practices in cross-border e-commerce....
According to a recent draft law, consumers will be able to request a replacement for non-conforming products when the non-conformity is found within 30 days of delivery. Specifically, the draft law is to amend the provisions of Emergency Ordinance No 140/2021 on certain aspects of contracts for the sale of goods, in order to give...
Employees are entitled to unpaid time off to deal with personal circumstances, but such leave must also be approved by the employer. In the total absence of any provisions in the internal rules or collective agreement on the minimum and maximum duration of such leave or the conditions for granting it, the parties will negotiate...
By GEO no.42/2023 for the modification and completion of Law no. 367/2022 on social dialogue and Law no. 53/2003 (Labour Code), published in the Official Monitor no. 459 of 25 May 2023, a series of modifications and additions were made to these normative acts. These new amendments harmonise the legislative framework for employment relations and...
Law 140/2023 introduced a new case of suspension of the individual employment contract in the Labour Code, specifically the case of carrying out, on the basis of a contract concluded under the terms of the law, a specific activity as a maternal assistant, personal assistant to a severely disabled person or professional personal assistant. This...
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