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European Employment Insights 10-24

October 24, 2024

European Employment Insights by Andersen This issue offers in-depth analyses of the latest developments in employment legislation, regulations, legal precedents, and collective agreements across 18 European countries. This month’s European Partner Spotlight features an interview with Szilvia Fehérvári from Andersen Hungary, who shares valuable insights on Hungary's employment law reforms and their impact on workplace disputes. Additionally, we examine the rising trend of termination agreements and provide practical guidance for employers on effectively managing wrongful termination claims.

European Employment Insights 10-24

European Employment Insights by Andersen

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Serial Returners: When Consumer Protection Becomes Consumer Abuse

23.06.2026

Commercial and Economic Law, Andersen in Belgium

Serial Returners: When Consumer Protection Becomes Consumer Abuse

The growth of e-commerce has fundamentally transformed consumer behaviour. To encourage online purchasing, retailers have progressively introduced customer-friendly policies: free delivery, free returns, extended return periods, and no-questions-asked refunds.

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Jan Ghysels joins Andersen European Energy Industry Group Meeting in Frankfurt
NEWS FROM THE FIRM

11.06.2026

NEWS FROM THE FIRM

Jan Ghysels joins Andersen European Energy Industry Group Meeting in Frankfurt

Our Partner Jan Ghysels recently took part in the Andersen European Energy Industry Group Meeting, hosted by Andersen in Germany in Frankfurt. The meeting brought together colleagues from across the Andersen network, as well as industry professionals and guest speakers active in key areas of the global energy sector.

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Bill Proposes Cap on Real Estate Agents’ Commissions

09.06.2026

Real Estate, Renting and Co-ownership, Andersen in Belgium

Bill Proposes Cap on Real Estate Agents’ Commissions

Access to the housing market in Belgium has been under increasing pressure for some time. Sale prices continue to rise, rental prices are following the same trend, and significant additional costs are often incurred on top of these amounts. One such cost is the commission charged by real estate agents, for which no statutory maximum currently exists.

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How far does a judge’s duty extend to examine ex officio whether a contested tax assessment can be upheld?

05.06.2026

Tax Law, Andersen in Belgium

How far does a judge’s duty extend to examine ex officio whether a contested tax assessment can be upheld?

In a judgment dated 21 May 2026, the Belgian Supreme Court addressed two significant procedural issues in tax matters.

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