January is here – a fresh start to the new year, full of opportunities to find the king in the Epiphany cake, for example, and good intentions! We’ve had a reflective Christmas and a festive New Year, which hopefully filled us with warmth and joy. Now it’s time to take the energy from these special moments into the new year. In our newsletter, you will find inspiring articles, helpful tips and exciting topics to guide you through January – enjoy reading!

“If you don’t know the rules of the ZPO, you pay the price” – as a recently published judgement shows. Under “News”, Attorney- at-Law Reto Aebi explains why the plaintiff ended up having to pay more even though no decision was ever made on her claim.

“When does the time limit for an action for revocation begin after a provisional judgement?” A recent judgement by the Federal Supreme Court clarifies why the time limit starts immediately even if the decision is unfounded – and why the debtor should not take too much time. Under “Legal”, Attorney- at-Law Filip Tomic explains how the court ruled.

“Stamping toilet breaks” – what sounds like a strange office check is reality at Jean Singer et Cie. A judgement by the Cantonal Court of Neuchâtel now confirms that this practice is legal. Attorney- at-Law Thomas Wehrli explains under “Curiosities” why the company doesn’t have as much room for manoeuvre as it thought when it comes to breaks.

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 March 2025.

Your Pachmann attorneys at law Team

▪ News: “Don’t rely on the court” – by Attorney- at-Law Reto Aebi
▪ Legal: Debt collection law – stumbling block for the timely filing of an action for cancellation – by Attorney- at-Law Filip Tomic
▪ Curious: The big WC break debate: Stamping out or pushing through? – by Attorney- at-Law Thomas Wehrli