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7 Key Issues Regarding Personal Data Protection Related to the Implementation of the Whistleblower Protection Act
With the entry into force, at the end of September this year, of the Act of June 14, 2024, on the Protection of Whistleblowers, in addition to ensuring the proper application of its provisions, organizations must pay attention to issues related to the protection of...
Copyright Law changes come into force. Selected provisions from the perspective of the IT industry.
Amendments to the Polish Copyright Act will enter into force on 20 September 2024. Among other things, these changes include provisions on the right of an author to request an increase in remuneration and to receive information on the revenues from the exploitation of...
Data Protection in the Context of Working Abroad: Key Considerations
Working abroad, particularly in the context of remote work and assignments outside the EU/EEA, requires careful attention to data protection. Cross-border data transfers and the use of mobile devices, such as laptops and phones, or other technologies, require special...
When does employee monitoring necessitate a Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) under Article 35 of the GDPR?
An employer utilizing certain forms of employee monitoring, particularly those based on new technologies, must consider obligations related to ensuring compliance with personal data processing security requirements. It is essential to recognize that additional...
What should be considered by the software house when signing a contract with a subcontractor? Selected questions. Part II
The terms of a contract with a subcontractor engaged by a software house should take into account the terms of cooperation and the restrictions that apply to the relationship with the client for whom the work is performed. Specific client requirements If a particular...
What changes does the Electronic Communications Law (PKE) introduce regarding the transmission of unsolicited commercial communications?
Upcoming changes in the law concerning the transmission of direct marketing are on the horizon. On July 12, 2024, the Parliament adopted the draft of the Electronic Communications Law (hereinafter referred to as PKE), along with transitional provisions to this Act....
What should be considered by the software house when signing a contract with a subcontractor? Selected questions. Part I
When working with a subcontractor, the conclusion of an appropriate contract is always crucial from a legal point of view. The absence of such a contract, or its inadequate provisions, may make it difficult or impossible to use the results of such work in the business...
Employee Referral Programs and GDPR Compliance
In today's world, effective and efficient recruitment requires the implementation of appropriate solutions at both the organizational and legal levels. It is important to remember that clearly defining goals, setting candidate expectations, and transparent...
Two shareholders with 50% shares each – how to prevent decision deadlocks
Companies often are formed through the cooperation of two founders, where each holds an equal 50% shares in the company's capital. Such a "balance of power" prevents either founder from making decisions independently. However, this can lead to paralysis when founders...
Is it possible to grant a perpetual licence for software?
It is not always commercially viable to acquire copyright in software. However, a perpetual right of use may be crucial for the buyer. What's more, the supplier will often not agree to a time limit. Can the parties therefore agree to a perpetual licence? The duration...