Article 394 of the Polish Civil Code governs earnest money (zadatek) paid when concluding an agreement. It determines the consequences of non-performance, performance and amicable termination. Read more
The GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) is EU law protecting the privacy and personal data of European Union citizens. Only necessary data may be collected, and processing requires explicit consent or a legal basis. Read more
Detention in Polish criminal proceedings may last up to 48 hours, followed by no more than 24 hours after the detainee is transferred to a court. Read more
The sale of a flat or house is very often preceded by a preliminary agreement. In practice, many people regard it merely as a formality before visiting a notary. Only when one party withdraws from the transaction does it become clear that the wording of the agreement is crucial to resolving the ensuing dispute. Read more
My clients bought a house in Bielany Wrocławskie. They soon discovered serious defects: the attic and roof had been damaged by martens. The seller had assured them that there was no pest problem and that the attic was in perfect condition. Read more