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Labour Law and HR
Revolution in remuneration: Pay Transparency Directive changes the rules of the game
Pay transparency is becoming one of the most important topics that will shape the labor market in Poland in the coming years. This is the first article in a series on the EU Pay Transparency Directive, in which we will discuss step by step the most important issues, responsibilities and challenges related to the implementation of these regulations. We are, of course, talking about Directive (EU) 2023/970 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 10.05.2023 to strengthen the application of the principle of equal pay for equal work or work of equal value between men and women through pay transparency and enforcement mechanisms. Today we will zoom in on the first key aspects, such as the deadline for implementation in Poland, the personal scope of the Directive and the basic obligations of employers.
Paula Staszak-Urbańska
Investment and commercial law
On November 21, 2024, the second webinar in our series "Academy for Production. Law | Taxes | Accounting" took place. During the meeting, we discussed the topic "Property Tax in the Manufacturing Industry. New Rules from 2025. What Should You Know?"
Am 21. November 2024 fand das zweite Webinar im Rahmen unserer Reihe „Akademie für die Produktion. Recht | Steuern | Buchhaltung“ statt. Während des Treffens haben wir das Thema „Grundsteuer in der Produktionsbranche. Neue Regelungen ab 2025. Was ist zu beachten?“ besprochen.
Wojciech Paryś
Investment and commercial law
Is "Safe Harbour" Really a Safe Haven?
Shareholders often face the choice of how to finance their company. Often, granting a loan seems like the simplest solution. However, in recent years, one may wonder whether this is actually optimal. In this article, we will briefly discuss two internal financing methods for a company. I will compare contributions and loans, focusing on limited liability companies (LLC).
Wojciech Paryś
Mergers and acquisitions
Successful reorganisation of a German heavy machinery manufacturer on the Polish market
Our law firm supported a German manufacturer of heavy machinery in its reorganisation on the Polish market with the aim of creating an optimal organisational structure. The project included assistance in the merger of companies and the implementation of important organisational changes, including the "Squeeze Out" - the purchase of shares in the company. The most important measures we have taken:
Dr. jur. Jan Muszyński
Mergers and acquisitions
Exclusion of a shareholder as an instrument for dispute resolution in a renewable energy group of companies
Conflicts between shareholders can significantly affect the functioning and development of companies, especially in such an innovative industry as renewable energy. We present a case in which our law firm assisted in resolving a dispute between German and Polish shareholders by deciding to forcibly exclude a shareholder whose actions were hindering the functioning of the companies. The most important measures we have taken: Die wichtigsten Maßnahmen, die wir ergriffen haben:
Dr. jur. Jan Muszyński
Fusionen und Übernahmen
Ending a shareholder dispute in the food industry
Conflicts between shareholders can paralyse the growth of a company, especially in a sector as dynamic as the food industry. We present one of the many cases in which our law firm helped resolve a long-standing conflict between Polish and German partners of a Polish food company, opening the door to stable growth and new opportunities. The most important measures we have taken:
Dr. jur. Jan Muszyński
Investment and commercial law
Beware of Statute of Limitations – Invoices from 2022 May Expire by the End of December 2024
By the end of 2024, invoices from 2022 may expire – learn how to prevent limitation periods and recover your money effectively. In this article, we explain what the statute of limitations means, how limitation periods for invoice claims work, and what steps you can take to recover your money. In diesem Artikel erklären wir, was Verjährung bedeutet, wie Verjährungsfristen für Rechnungsforderungen funktionieren und welche Schritte Sie unternehmen können, um Ihr Geld zurückzubekommen.
Wojciech Paryś
Labour Law and HR
Equal work, different pay. More than 200,000 as payment to employee for wage discrimination in organisation
You are invited to read the latest analysis of the Polish Supreme Court judgment (case number I PK 100/12) by lawyer Zofia Kwiatkowska. From the article, you will find out why the employer had to pay the employee more than 200,000 compensation for wage discrimination and what influenced it.
Zofia Kwiatkowska
VAT Compliance
White list of VAT taxpayers – an effective tool to verify contractors
The white list is a search engine that has been successfully operating since 2019. Ignorance of the rules regarding its operation may result in sanctions, so it is worth learning how this register works.
Aleksandra Philips
VAT Compliance
Conversion for VAT purposes
How to Properly Convert Invoices in Foreign Currencies for VAT Purposes Correctly converting invoices issued in foreign currencies is often a challenge for taxpayers. This article explains the applicable rules and common issues you may encounter.
Aleksandra Philips