March, the month in which spring blossoms and the days finally become noticeably longer! As nature awakens from its winter slumber, we celebrate the start of spring. In our newsletter, we have once again compiled exciting topics and helpful tips for you to start spring with fresh energy. Have fun discovering them!

Peter Brabeck, ex-CEO of Nestlé, was desperately looking for someone to blame for the fiasco of his caviar investment – and sued the former managing director of Kasperskian AG for over CHF 3 million. But shortly before the showdown in court, he suddenly withdrew the lawsuit. Was the real culprit not the former managing director after all, but the visionary himself? Dr iur Thilo Pachmann tells the story of the case under „News“.

In a landmark decision on 22 October 2024, the Federal Supreme Court redefined its case law on disability insurance in the case of obesity. Previously, obesity was considered treatable in principle, which meant that many pension applications were rejected. What does this change mean for insured persons and what happens next? Under „Legal“, Attorney-at-Law Paula Dauner sheds light on the implications and explains what those affected now need to bear in mind.

Anyone who thinks that protracted trials only occur in bureaucratic jokes should take a look at the Pierin Vincenz case. A criminal case that has lasted longer than many athletes lives and has reached Olympic dimensions. This case has been dragging on through the Swiss courts since 2005, and the end still seems a long way off. Attorney-at-Law Thomas Wehrli takes us on a journey through the epic judicial marathon race that shows us how long and tough trials can be – and why it sometimes pays to be patient. Read more under „Curiosities“.

Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information on these topics and all other legal issues.

The next newsletter will be published in June 2025.

Your Pachmann attorneys at law Team

▪ News: Ex-Nestlé boss Peter Brabeck gives up thanks to Pachmann AG after monster trial – by Dr. iur. Thilo Pachmann
▪ Legal: Federal Court changes case law on disability insurance for obesity – new opportunities for pension entitlement! – by Attorney-at-Law Paula Dauner
▪ Curious: Justice at a snail’s pace – the never-ending Pierin Vincenz case? – by Attorney-at-Law Thomas Wehrli