Austria: Class Actions

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Although not a novel concept - London Commercial Court dates back to 1895 - International commercial courts (ICCs) have expanded significantly in recent years.

In July 2023, the UN Commission on International Trade Law ("UNCITRAL") adopted a Code of Conduct for Arbitrators in International Investment Dispute Resolution (the "Code").

The year 2025 will be a milestone for the Austrian arbitration community as the leading arbitration institution in Austria, the Vienna International Arbitration Centre (hereinafter VIAC), celebrates its 50th anniversary.

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Das Bundesministerium für Justiz hat am 02.05.2024 den Begutachtungsentwurf der Verbandsklagen-Richtlinie-Umsetzungs-Novelle - VRUN...

In the latest Rechtspanorama, RAK (Vienna Bar Association) Vice President Bettina Knoetzl explains why affordable court fees are essential for ensuring access to justice...

In decision C-601/22 published on 11 July 2024, the European Court of Justice ("ECJ") ruled that wolf hunting remains prohibited in Austria.

In der am 11. Juli 2024 veröffentlichten Entscheidung C-601/22 hat der Europäische Gerichtshof („EuGH") festgestellt, dass die Wolfsjagd in Österreich weiterhin verboten bleibt.

Although not a novel concept - London Commercial Court dates back to 1895 - International commercial courts (ICCs) have expanded significantly in recent years.

Mit einer Entscheidung Ende des letzten Jahres zu Raumordnungsverträgen in Tirol stärkte der OGH den Gemeinden bei der Vertragsgestaltung den Rücke und traf sehr spannende über die Grenzen Tirols hinausreichende allgemeine Aussagen zu Raumordnungsverträgen und den desbezüglichen Gestaltungsmöglichkeiten insbesondere im Zusammenhang mit dem Ziel nach leistbarem Wohnen.

In an increasingly interconnected world, English has gained prominence as the international language of commerce.