The appearance of the coronavirus has created uncertainty in people and a demand for information. With legal updates and a FAQ section we aim to provide information about certain legal aspects around the coronavirus and to provide guidance and support to you.
Frequently Asked Questions Answered
For frequently asked questions, we have created a dedicated area to find answers. Browse through the Q&As (in German) – which we constantly update!
Visit the Coronavirus Q&A Section
Ongoing Legal Updates
Submissions, deadlines and meetings with competition
authorities
Find an overview of the impact of COVID-19 on submissions,
deadlines and meetings with competition authorities in CEE that
will be updated regularly
here.
Gold rush with disinfectants
Unbelievable but true – due to the outbreak of COVID-19, hand
and surface disinfectants are currently hardly available anywhere
in the shops. Where they are made available they mysteriously
disappear. Pharmacies are therefore offering self-produced
disinfectants at considerable prices. The idea of expanding the
business model a little thus naturally presents itself. But before
entering the disinfectants business, it is important to consider
the legal framework. Read on here.
Export bans for medicinal products
On 1 April 2020, the Ordinance on Ensuring the Supply of Medicinal
Products (Verordnung über die Sicherstellung der
Arzneimittelversorgung, "AMVS-VO" or the
"Ordinance") will enter into force. Although COVID-19 was
not the reason for issuing the Ordinance, the effects of the
coronavirus pandemic could quickly become the first major case of
application of the AMVS-VO. Read on here.
E-healthcare and telehealth become vital to tackling
COVID-19 in CEE
How adequate is the current legislation in CEE? Are emergency aid
legislative packages needed? We asked our specialists in Austria,
Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Poland and Romania how their local
laws regulate the distribution of health-related services via
electronic and telecommunication technologies. Read on here.
Czech Republic: Coronavirus from the employer's perspective
With regard to the current situation related to coronavirus, we provide information on (i) the latest measures adopted by the Czech authorities, (ii) recommended prevention, (iii) possible measures to be taken by employers, and (iv) where to find relevant information provided by public authorities. Read on here.
Austria: Coronavirus and taxes
Due to the measures taken by the Austrian government in connection with the outbreak of the corona virus which has now affected Austria (e.g. home quarantine, cancellation of events, closure of shops/restaurants), liquidity shortages and payment difficulties for businesses seem more likely. Accordingly, the Austrian Ministry of Finance has taken measures. Read on here.
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The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.