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EU slows down ESG implementation. CSRD directive delayed, but still mandatory
The European Union has decided to postpone key ESG obligations. By adopting the “Stop-the-clock” mechanism, companies have gained additional time to implement the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). This decision is a long-awaited response to businesses’ concerns about excessive regulatory burdens and... Read More →
Landmark CJEU ruling – is this the end of imposing long payment terms?
The CJEU sets boundaries in B2B relationships: payment terms exceeding 60 days must be genuinely agreed upon by both parties. This new ruling serves as a significant guideline for companies entering into tender agreements, adhesion contracts, or dealings with major contractors. In its latest judgment, the Court of Justice of... Read More →
The new role of the European Union Court in tax and customs matters
As of 1 October 2024, significant changes have been introduced in the judicial structure of the European Union regarding the handling of tax and customs cases. Under an amendment to the statute of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU), which took effect in September 2024, responsibility for... Read More →
Amendment of the Copyright Act with the President’s Signature
On August 14, President Andrzej Duda signed a major amendment to the Copyright and Related Rights Act, which marks the most substantial changes in this area in 30 years. These changes adapt the Polish legal framework to the current challenges of the media, arts, and culture market and implement EU... Read More →
AI Act: A new legal framework for Artificial Intelligence in Europe
The introduction of the EU AI Act (Artificial Intelligence Act) marks a milestone in the regulation of the development and use of artificial intelligence (AI) in Europe. The Act entered into force on 1 August 2024 and aims to establish a legal framework that supports innovation while ensuring the safety... Read More →
The Whistleblower Protection Act – new responsibilities for employers
On June 24, 2024, the Whistleblower Protection Act was published in the Journal of Laws, aligning Polish legislation with Directive (EU) 2019/1937 of the European Parliament and Council dated October 23rd, 2019, concerning the protection of individuals reporting breaches of EU law. Legislative background Directive (EU) 2019/1937 The European Parliament... Read More →
Amendment to the Act on the National Revenue Administration and Certain Other Acts
On March 12th, 2024, the Council of Ministers adopted a draft amendment to the Act on the National Revenue Administration and other acts, presented by the Minister of Finance. The new regulations introduce significant changes aimed at aligning Polish law with EU regulations and strengthening control over the flow of... Read More →
ESG reporting obligations getting closer – new challenges for companies
Today, sustainability and corporate responsibility are becoming increasingly important, and companies must look beyond traditional measures of success such as profit. More and more attention is being paid on the impact that companies have on the environment, society, and corporate governance – ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance). In December 2022,... Read More →
Determining the time limit for VAT refunds in situations of unpaid invoices – CJEU judgment
The judgment issued by the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) on February 29, 2024, in case C-314/22, concerns the interpretation of Article 90 of the directive in the context of the admissibility of a delay period related to the settlement of VAT. Context of the case Consortium... Read More →
Application of the 0% VAT rate on intra-Community supply of goods and knowledge of the identity of the purchaser – CJEU judgment
The verdict dated 29th of February 2024, case C-676/22 B2 Energy s.r.o. analyses the issue related to the possibility of applying the VAT exemption when the supplied goods have been shipped to a purchaser other than the one mentioned in the tax documents. Background of the case In 2015, the... Read More →
