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May 26, 2020
Covid-19 / Coronavirus

Do tenants of commercial premises have to continue to pay their rent when they can no longer carry out their commercial activity there?

Following the entry into force of Ordinance 2 COVID-19, many businesses such as bars, restaurants, hairdressing salons and others are no longer allowed to carry out their commercial activity in order to slow down the spread of the coronavirus. As ...

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May 8, 2020
Tenancy Law

I have done some renovation work in the kitchen of the apartment I am renting. Can I ask the landlord to reimburse me?

When faced with repair in rented properties, the first thing to clarify is who pays, to avoid undertaking work that won’t be not reimbursed. Lawrence will enlighten you on this subject. 1. Minor maintenance work These repairs will generally be ...

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May 7, 2020
Covid-19 / Coronavirus

Coronavirus – Debt prosecution was suspended by the Federal Council. What will happen to my lawsuit?

Having declared an “extraordinary situation” within the meaning of the Epidemics Act, the Federal Council has used its power and decided to suspend the debt prosecution proceedings from 19 March to 4 April inclusive. In addition, the population will benefit ...

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May 7, 2020
Covid-19 / Coronavirus

What is “force majeure” in Swiss law? What is its impact on contracts?

The impact of coronavirus on Swiss society no longer needs to be repeated. All players are, in one way or another, affected by this pandemic. In this article, we will talk about contracts and how this force majeure can affect ...

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May 7, 2020
Covid-19 / Coronavirus

Coronavirus – Can administrators of a corporation (SA, Ltd.) or limited liability company (Sarl, LLC) receive unemployment benefits?

The impact of coronavirus on companies no longer needs to be described. Many have to slow down or even cease their activity in order to comply with the containment measures ordered by the Federal Council. Employees will receive unemployment benefits, ...

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May 7, 2020
Covid-19 / Coronavirus

Coronavirus – As a result of the Federal Council’s containment measures, many freelancers can no longer operate. Will they receive state compensation?

The closure of non-essential stores, as well as the containment measures ordered by the Federal Council affects many professionals. Many will be able to be compensated by the unemployment fund, but will this be the case for the self-employed? We ...

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May 7, 2020
Covid-19 / Coronavirus

Geneva Motor Show cancellation – what will happen to the salaries of hosts and hostesses hired by agencies and brands?

With the cancellation of the Geneva Motor Show due to the Federal Council’s protective measures, the hosts and hostesses had their contracts terminated at the last minute. This situation is so unprecedented that there is a real legal uncertainty on ...

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May 7, 2020
Covid-19 / Coronavirus

The Geneva Motor Show has been cancelled due to the spread of the Coronavirus in Switzerland. Who will compensate the financial losses?

After hours of speculation, the verdict has come down: the motor show will not take place this year because of the coronavirus. This unprecedented measure is a consequence of a decision by the Federal Council to ban any event with ...

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May 7, 2020
Traffic Law

What are the legal alcohol levels in Switzerland?

In Switzerland, you can drive with a blood alcohol level below 0.25 mg/L or 0.50 ‰. There is a special limit for new drivers: If you are in possession of a trial licence, there is zero tolerance for drinking and ...

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May 7, 2020
Traffic Law

Victim of a road accident: what are my rights?

You have been the victim of a road accident and wish to start legal action against the perpetrator. This article explains what you can do. 1. Be responsive! It is important to take legal and administrative action from the moment ...

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