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Can a Disrespectful Employee Be Fired? – Consequences of Workplace Swearing Based on the Latest Curia Decision
Introduction: The Impact of Workplace Behavior and Swearing on the Employment Relationship (Disrespectful Employee)Employee behavior that damages the workplace atmosphere, such as foul language or disrespectful behavior, can serve as a basis for termination of employment – this is the conclusion we reached two years ago, in our article on
Compliance Audit and Data Reconciliation Procedure: Correct Your Mistakes and Avoid Sanctions
Introduction: What is a Compliance Audit?Since 2018, one of the significant innovations in Hungarian tax administration is the compliance audit, which provides businesses with a serious opportunity to correct mistakes without sanctions. The regulations on taxation and tax administrative procedures underwent significant changes in 2018. Since then, there are two
Abuse of Rights in Labor Law
As of January 1, 2023, the Hungarian Labor Code (Mt.) implemented two key EU directives that primarily focus on improving the work-life balance and creating more transparent and predictable working conditions against Abuse of Rights. The legislator, in expanding the objectives outlined by the EU, also amended the rules of
Bill for the Protection of Small Towns
Recently, Tibor Navracsics, Minister for Administration and Regional Development, presented an extraordinary bill aimed at Protection of Small Towns. The bill seeks to preserve the identity, community, and economic stability of rural settlements against real estate speculation. Key Measures of the Bill for Protection of Small Towns The bill includes
New Rules for Approving the Change of Use of Real Estate
From the questions of our clients, we can already clearly see that the new rules coming into force on January 1, 2024, regarding the approval of Change of Use of Real Estate will have a more significant impact on the construction permit process than was initially expected. Although the new
The GVH ‘Delayed’ – Can the Authority Be Sanctioned If It Exceeds the Processing Deadline?
Introduction: The GVH’s Processing Deadlines and Sanctions The activities and procedures of the Competition Authority (GVH) are regulated by competition law, which defines the legal status of the authority, its procedures, and processing deadlines. These deadlines determine the time within which the GVH must complete various procedures: for example, cases
Global Minimum Tax Compliance: What You Need to Know
Understanding the Global Minimum Tax Due to changing tax regulations, companies must prepare for new obligations – delays may result in serious financial consequences. Who is Affected? If your company is affected, you need to act now! If your corporate group meets the following conditions, your company is also affected
Changes to the GDPR Standard Model Clause (SCC) and Data Transfer Rules
Introduction: The New SCC and Their Impact on CompaniesThe 2021-issued EU GDPR Standard Model Clause (SCC) affects many companies, as any company transferring personal data to third countries outside the EU must re-enter its data transfer agreements. These rules apply to both data controllers and data processors. SMEs and Legal
Mandatory Information on Manufacturer’s Warranty: The Decision of the European Court of Justice
According to the decision of the European Court of Justice, traders are required to inform consumers about the manufacturer’s warranty before concluding a contract. This ruling, issued in case C-179/21, plays a particularly important role in protecting consumer rights, as it clearly defines the obligations of traders who sell products
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