Business disputes can disrupt your operations. Before initiating legal proceedings, we assess whether a settlement is possible. If a settlement cannot be reached or if parties are unwilling to compromise, litigation is the next step. For decision-makers in SMEs and larger organizations, a strategic approach is essential.
A Letter of Intent (LOI) is a foundational legal document in any company acquisition or sale. It is not merely a formality. Instead, it sets out the key terms and conditions of the deal. As a result, it significantly influences negotiations for both sellers and buyers. The party with better control over the Letter of Intent generally holds a strategic advantage. Therefore, it is essential to approach this document with utmost seriousness.
Smart machines, vehicles, and devices generate valuable data. That data is worth gold. But after 12 September 2025—the day the European Data Act enters into force—the question is: who will then own this data?
This new law fundamentally changes the playing field for data ownership and access. Do you use smart products? Or do you supply them to clients? Then your legal position is about to shift. And possibly your entire business model. Time to take action.
In an acquisition, you want clarity in advance: which risks you deliberately assume, which you do not, and how you ensure that agreements are fulfilled without dispute. An escrow agreement provides exactly that. It creates a controlled financial buffer through which warranty claims can be settled without additional negotiations, delays, or legal escalation. For directors, this means direct risk management and reduced exposure afterward.
The European legislator is ushering product liability rules into the digital age. With the new Di-rective (EU) 2024/2853, which replaces the old product liability directive, software, AI, and da-ta-driven products now also fall under the liability regime. This means that product liability is no longer limited to physical goods, with direct consequences for manufacturers, developers, and companies deploying smart technology.
Outstanding vacation days are often perceived as merely an administrative matter. In reality, you are accruing a legal obligation that can quickly become significant. For employers, December is therefore the prime moment to finalize this dossier. Not because it is required, but because otherwise, you may carry avoidable risks into the next year.
The essence is clear: vacation days only expire if you, as the employer, can demonstrably fulfil your duty of care and your obligation to inform. If this is not the case, vacation days do not lapse or become time-barred. In practice, we see this go wrong more often than necessary. I previously addressed this in the last HR alert, but now we will delve deeper. This is something you, as the employer, must have thoroughly arranged, especially with the new year in sight.
Black Friday generates turnover but also attracts the attention of the ACM. The regulator enforces…
Key point for employers: even a flexible worker who repeatedly refuses the mandatory offer of fixed working hours may still – retroactively – invoke the presumption of working hours. This increases the wage risk for employers using on-call or min/max contracts.
Progress demands courage, as well as trust. Our client had developed a unique digital service over several years of dedicated work. Through passion and precision, not only a compelling concept emerged, but also an exceptionally intelligent app. When the time came for technological renewal, the entrepreneur turned to a prominent IT company. In good faith, technical blueprints, business plans, and crucial know-how were shared. After all, major innovation arises through collaboration.
Buying or selling a company is a strategic decision. It is often exciting, sometimes emotional. Yet this is precisely the moment when professionalism and preparation are decisive. An acquisition is not merely signing a contract, but a process full of choices, risks, and obligations. Blue Legal ensures that you remain in control when making these choices.
