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It's the Law
It's the Law: Advising victims of domestic violence in Switzerland
Monday, 27 June, 2011Three-quarters of victims of violence in Switzerland are attacked by family members or people within their social circle, according to Swiss victim support centers. One in five women in the country falls victim to domestic violence at least once, whether through threats, blackmail, beatings, sexual violence or stalking. Such acts against women are considered to be among the most serious forms of gender-based violations of human rights. Stéphanie Fuld, from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law, talks about how victims of domestic violence can respond:
Monday, 27 June, 2011Three-quarters of victims of violence in Switzerland are attacked by family members or people within their social circle, according to Swiss victim support centers. One in five women in the country falls victim to domestic violence at least once, whether through threats, blackmail, beatings, sexual violence or stalking. Such acts against women are considered to be among the most serious forms of gender-based violations of human rights. Stéphanie Fuld, from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law, talks about how victims of domestic violence can respond:
It's the Law: Exposure to liabilities mounts for directors of Swiss firms
Monday, 20 June, 2011The issue of liabilities faced by company board members or directors is an increasingly sensitive topic in Switzerland. Although no legal changes have been introduced, more rigorous standards are in place through the Swiss Code of Best Practice for Corporate Governance (SCBP), which increases the risk of claims against corporate directors. Stéphanie Fuld, from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law, talks about what boards can and cannot do:
Monday, 20 June, 2011The issue of liabilities faced by company board members or directors is an increasingly sensitive topic in Switzerland. Although no legal changes have been introduced, more rigorous standards are in place through the Swiss Code of Best Practice for Corporate Governance (SCBP), which increases the risk of claims against corporate directors. Stéphanie Fuld, from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law, talks about what boards can and cannot do:
It's the Law: Swiss legal battle for gender equality continues
Monday, 6 June, 2011The principle of gender equality was enshrined in the Swiss Constitution in 1981, stating that “men and women are equal in right.” However, despite improved legal protection, in practice, Swiss women and women living and working in Switzerland continue to suffer discrimination. Stéphanie Fuld, from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law, talks about the Federal Law on Equality between Women and Men, which entered into force in 1996, and how the battle for equality continues from a legal standpoint:
![Themed picture of sexual harassment at work, posed picture] A woman enters an elevator with three men already standing in it, pictured in an office building in Zurich, Switzerland, on February 5, 2008. (KEYSTONE/Gaetan Bally)](http://worldradio.ch/wrs/bm~pix/business_woman~s60x60.jpg)
Monday, 6 June, 2011The principle of gender equality was enshrined in the Swiss Constitution in 1981, stating that “men and women are equal in right.” However, despite improved legal protection, in practice, Swiss women and women living and working in Switzerland continue to suffer discrimination. Stéphanie Fuld, from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law, talks about the Federal Law on Equality between Women and Men, which entered into force in 1996, and how the battle for equality continues from a legal standpoint:
It's the Law: Working as a trainee in Switzerland
Monday, 30 May, 2011Switzerland has agreements with a number of countries that allow young, qualified, recently-graduated professionals the opportunity to continue their training on the job. However, there are specific Swiss rules regarding who is qualified, how much they are paid, and who takes care of the paperwork. Stéphanie Fuld, from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law in Geneva, sorts out the details:
Monday, 30 May, 2011Switzerland has agreements with a number of countries that allow young, qualified, recently-graduated professionals the opportunity to continue their training on the job. However, there are specific Swiss rules regarding who is qualified, how much they are paid, and who takes care of the paperwork. Stéphanie Fuld, from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law in Geneva, sorts out the details:
It's the Law: Buying and selling property in Switzerland
Monday, 23 May, 2011For non-Swiss thinking about building that dream house or a second summer home on the lake, the federal law on the acquisition of real estate by foreigners, also know as the “Lex Koller,” may be of particular interest. The law requires persons abroad to obtain permits from the appropriate cantonal and federal authorities before buying real estate. Stéphanie Fuld, from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law in Geneva, gets down to the nitty-gritty of acquiring the right permit for the right property:
Monday, 23 May, 2011For non-Swiss thinking about building that dream house or a second summer home on the lake, the federal law on the acquisition of real estate by foreigners, also know as the “Lex Koller,” may be of particular interest. The law requires persons abroad to obtain permits from the appropriate cantonal and federal authorities before buying real estate. Stéphanie Fuld, from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law in Geneva, gets down to the nitty-gritty of acquiring the right permit for the right property:
It's the Law: Remedying the headache of health care insurance
Monday, 16 May, 2011In 1996, the federal law on compulsory health care took effect. Since then, health insurance has been mandatory for everyone living in Switzerland. However, it is not an integral part of the social insurance system, meaning that the individual, and sometimes the workplace, is responsible for ensuring coverage for sickness and injuries. Stéphanie Fuld from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law in Geneva nurses the details:
Monday, 16 May, 2011In 1996, the federal law on compulsory health care took effect. Since then, health insurance has been mandatory for everyone living in Switzerland. However, it is not an integral part of the social insurance system, meaning that the individual, and sometimes the workplace, is responsible for ensuring coverage for sickness and injuries. Stéphanie Fuld from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law in Geneva nurses the details:
It's the Law: Returning laundered money to its rightful owner
Monday, 9 May, 2011A new law was introduced this year to counteract the difficulties Swiss authorities faced when they tried to return the frozen assets of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s former president Mobutu to the Congolese government. Mobutu is regarded as one of the most corrupt political leaders in the past two decades. Stéphanie Fuld, from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law, discusses the history of this legislation, dealing with the restitution of illicit assets, which came into effect on February 1, 2011, and what it means:
Monday, 9 May, 2011A new law was introduced this year to counteract the difficulties Swiss authorities faced when they tried to return the frozen assets of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s former president Mobutu to the Congolese government. Mobutu is regarded as one of the most corrupt political leaders in the past two decades. Stéphanie Fuld, from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law, discusses the history of this legislation, dealing with the restitution of illicit assets, which came into effect on February 1, 2011, and what it means:
It's the Law: The dos and don'ts of dealing with noisy neighbours
Monday, 2 May, 2011Contrary to widespread belief, “noise pollution” is not permitted in Switzerland any more during the day than it is at night. Federal and cantonal law bans excessive noise at all times, even outside on the highway. Stéphanie Fuld from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law talks about what is — and is not — considered to be disruptive, and how much the fines for breaking noise laws are:
Monday, 2 May, 2011Contrary to widespread belief, “noise pollution” is not permitted in Switzerland any more during the day than it is at night. Federal and cantonal law bans excessive noise at all times, even outside on the highway. Stéphanie Fuld from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law talks about what is — and is not — considered to be disruptive, and how much the fines for breaking noise laws are:
It's the Law: Explaining the Swiss unemployment insurance system
Monday, 18 April, 2011Swiss law provides that all employees in Switzerland who have not yet reached the legal retirement age must be covered by unemployment insurance and must contribute to the system. However, if you lose your job, there are certain requirements that must be met before benefits are paid out. Stéphanie Fuld, from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law in Geneva, explains who is eligible to receive these benefits and under what circumstances, and how much is paid out:
Monday, 18 April, 2011Swiss law provides that all employees in Switzerland who have not yet reached the legal retirement age must be covered by unemployment insurance and must contribute to the system. However, if you lose your job, there are certain requirements that must be met before benefits are paid out. Stéphanie Fuld, from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law in Geneva, explains who is eligible to receive these benefits and under what circumstances, and how much is paid out:
It's the Law: Protecting intellectual property rights to inventions
Monday, 11 April, 2011Employers in almost any type of business are liable to have employees who create work that carries intellectual property rights. Creative workers may develop a unique invention generated from the fruits of their labor. Stéphanie Fuld from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law in Geneva explains who owns what and gives her expert advice on how to protect intellectual property:
Monday, 11 April, 2011Employers in almost any type of business are liable to have employees who create work that carries intellectual property rights. Creative workers may develop a unique invention generated from the fruits of their labor. Stéphanie Fuld from BCCC Attorneys-at-Law in Geneva explains who owns what and gives her expert advice on how to protect intellectual property:
