Companies’ Obligations Regarding Data Updates and Compliance with New Regulations Applicable in 2026

In light of legislative and administrative changes affecting the business environment, companies must pay close attention to the process of updating corporate documentation and information registered with the National Trade Registry Office (ONRC). Many companies will be required to update their documentation by September 1, 2026, but a strategic approach to this process can transform […]

Personal Bankruptcy in Romania

Personal insolvency is one of the most important forms of legal protection available to individuals who are no longer able to meet their financial obligations. Governed by Law No. 151/2015 on the Insolvency Proceedings for Individuals, this procedure offers the possibility of debt restructuring and the debtor’s reintegration into the normal economic cycle. The main […]

Consumer rights. How does the law protect you, and who can help you?

When you purchase a product or contract a service, you have a legal right to ensure that they comply with the information provided, quality standards, and the terms agreed upon in the contract. However, in practice, many consumers encounter defective products, poorly performed services, delays, warranty denials, or unfair contract terms. Consumer protection legislation provides […]

Local Licensing of Gambling Establishments: What Local Public Administration Units Must Decide and Where Legal Risks Arise

The amendments introduced by Government Emergency Ordinance No. 7/2026, in conjunction with Law No. 77/2009, fundamentally change the way gambling activities are licensed. Whereas the focus was previously on centralized control, the role of local authorities is now becoming essential, both in the authorization phase and in the actual regulation phase.In practice, each local authority […]

Employers’ Obligation to Hire People with Disabilities: Legal Framework and Practical Implications

In Romania, Law No. 448/2006 on the protection and promotion of the rights of persons with disabilities stipulates, in Article 78(2), (2), the obligation of employers—public authorities and legal entities, whether public or private—to employ persons with disabilities in a percentage of at least 4% of the total workforce, if they have at least 50 employees. […]

Artificial intelligence and legislation -When you need a lawyer and when it may be useful to use AI

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become an essential tool in modern economic and professional activity. From automatic document drafting to predictive analysis and operational optimization, AI promises efficiency, speed, and cost reduction.In the legal field, however, the use of AI raises essential questions regarding responsibility, compliance, and the limits within which it can—or cannot—replace professional legal […]

Problems and costs of transport outside the European Union

Transporting goods from outside the European Union (EU) is essential for international trade, but it involves numerous difficulties and additional costs compared to intra-EU transport. These are mainly caused by customs procedures, applicable taxes, legislative differences, and logistical risks. 4. Other costs associated with shipments from outside the EUImporters may also incur other expenses, such […]

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