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Federal Council orders a nationwide stay of debt enforcement proceedings

Federal Council orders a nationwide stay of debt enforcement proceedings

23 March 2020

The Federal Council has ordered a nationwide stay of proceedings. What does this mean for debtors and creditors?

#No-Gos: Swiss advertising restrictions for #Influencer marketing

#No-Gos: Swiss advertising restrictions for #Influencer marketing

2 March 2020

Advertising restrictions (e.g. for alcohol) also apply to influencer marketing. We explain the rules for influencers and advertisers in Switzerland.

Bankruptcy proceedings have been opened against my contractual partner

Bankruptcy proceedings have been opened against my contractual partner

1 February 2020

If bankruptcy proceedings are opened against a natural or legal person, all the pledgeable assets form the bankruptcy estate, and the bankrupt loses the power of disposal.

Payments, reminders and debt enforcement: guidelines for startups

Payments, reminders and debt enforcement: guidelines for startups

29 August 2019

A regular payment cash flow is of vital importance for startups. In handling non-paying customers, an efficient approach makes all the difference.

Does open source software eliminate the need for the deposit of source codes?

Does open source software eliminate the need for the deposit of source codes?

26 October 2017

With open source licenses under strict copyleft rules, the conclusion of an software escrow agreement with an independent escrow agent is unnecessary.

Why does my bank's name now include "Switzerland"?

Why does my bank's name now include "Switzerland"?

27 April 2017

The two Swiss major banks have changed their legal structure. What is the background of these structural changes?

Caution with deliveries on credit

Caution with deliveries on credit

29 August 2016

A debtor having financial difficulties is often no longer able to pay all bills. The creditor should first make inquiries about the debtor's financial situation.