Criteria for the compensation of lost profit in cases of non-delivery of the item by the debtor.
In Decision No. 00-2024-4689 (671), dated 27/11/2024, the Civil Chamber of the High Court examined the appeal filed by a commercial company against the decision of the Court of Appeals. In this decision, the court interpreted several provisions of the Civil Code related to the delay in the delivery of the item by the debtor […]
What is UDRP?
UDRP – Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy is an administrative mechanism established by WIPO and adopted by ICANN (the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers) in 1999. This mechanism enables the efficient, swift, and low-cost resolution of disputes between trademark holders and domain name registrants involving unlawful use, particularly in cases of cybersquatting […]
The draft law “On some amendments and additions to Law no. 79/2021 on Foreigners.”
The draft law “On some amendments and additions to Law no. 79/2021 on foreigners” aims to improve the legal framework for foreigners who enter and reside in the territory of the Republic of Albania. The objective is to ensure a more efficient, fair, and accessible system through the use of digitalization in the management of […]
DECISION OF THE EUROPEAN COURT OF HUMAN RIGHTS APPLICATION NO. 1840/23
In its decision on application no. 1840/23, the ECtHR examined a request concerning the right to adequate time to prepare a defence in a criminal trial involving a serious charge. The applicant alleged that the appointment of an ex officio lawyer, in the absence of his chosen representative, had infringed his right to an effective […]
The new Law No. 8/2025 introduces several additions and amendments to the existing Law No. 55/2015 “On strategic investments in the Republic of Albania.”
The new Law No. 8/2025 introduces several additions and amendments to the existing Law No. 55/2015 “On strategic investments in the Republic of Albania.” Below are the main points of the amendments: Land consolidation The definition of “land consolidation” has been expanded to include: The cartographic clarification, readjustment, and reregistration of the property; The completion […]
Violation of Article 5 of the ECHR: The ECtHR assesses the lawfulness of the pre-trial detention.
1. Context of the Case The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) examined the case within the framework of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR), focusing on the complaints raised under Article 5, paragraph 3 of the Convention, concerning the lawfulness and proportionality of the personal security measure of “detention on remand” imposed on […]
Form as a legal requirement for the validity of concluding the administrative contract of public procurement
The Administrative Chamber of the High Court, in Decision No. 00-2024-3798(396), dated 03.10.2024, emphasizes that, in accordance with Article 58 of Law No. 49/2012 “On Administrative Courts and the Adjudication of Administrative Disputes,” the decision of the Administrative Court of Appeal was made in violation of procedural norms. This decision was not based on a […]
New Law on Inspection: Transparency, efficiency and a new modern approach.
The new Inspection Law introduces a comprehensive reform in this field, aiming to enhance transparency, efficiency, and the rationalization of public resources. One of the key changes is the consolidation of inspectorates to avoid overlapping functions and improve inter-institutional coordination. This will enable a more effective management of financial and human resources while improving the […]
WIPO report on the standardization system, enrichment, and economic analysis of industrial property and innovation data (Version 2.0)
The WIPO Report presents the updated version (2.0) of the WIPO system for the standardization, enrichment, and analysis of industrial property (IP) and innovation data. This system is designed to support policymakers, researchers, and businesses in developing data-driven IP policies and improving decision-making processes. Key Issues: Enhanced Data Standardization: The system introduces new methods for […]
Law No. 124/2024 “On the Protection of Personal Data”
Law No. 124/2024 “On the Protection of Personal Data” was promulgated by decree of the President of the Republic of Albania on January 15, 2025, and was published in the Official Gazette. This law sets out the rules for the processing and protection of personal data in Albania and is harmonized with the European Union’s […]
