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Hardly any other construction project is as divisive right now as the data center. The criticisms are always similar: too big, too energy-intensive, not enough oversight. But this view doesn’t tell the whole story By Stefanie Werinos   In this guest column, attorney Stefanie Werinos explains why data centers are…

AI opens up enormous opportunities in the HR sector—from efficient recruiting processes to optimized personnel management. But of course, this also brings with it legal issues and challenges, particularly when it comes to handling personal data. Its use is regulated primarily by the AI Regulation (AI-VO) and the General Data…

Even before the EU Pay Transparency Directive has been transposed into national law, there’s already a stir: Is a bureaucratic monster looming? Will everyone soon know what others earn? In GEWINN, Nicolaus Mels-Colloredo and Brigitte Zweng explain what the reality is and how companies should prepare. WHAT THE NEW WAGE…

The Austrian Supreme Court (OGH), in decision 1 Ob 23/26b of 28 April 2026, made a landmark finding: Austria’s COVID subsidy guidelines broadly exceeded the EU state-aid ceilings under the Temporary Framework — with the direct consequence that numerous companies now must repay significant multi-million-euro amounts to the federal government.…

Handelsblatt has once again searched for the best law firms and lawyers throughout Austria, and we are delighted to be represented again this year – with four partners! Stefanie Werinos : Public Economic Law Rainer Kaspar (mentioned twice): Mergers and Acquisitions & Corporate Law Wolfram Huber : Banking & Finance…

About 150 experts and decision-makers from the legal, business, and academic communities gathered on June 16 at the 3rd Vienna M&A Day at the Haus der Industrie. Over the past few years, this exclusive event has established itself as a central platform for the Austrian M&A community. This year’s event…

Private Equity. In the coming years, Austria will see many business successions and transfers. Private equity firms are increasingly investing in small and medium-sized enterprises. By Patrick Dax It’s not just in the labor market that thousands of baby boomers will be retiring in the coming years. Founders who established…

Beschäftigte sollen durch die EU-Richtlinie zur Lohntransparenz leichter Auskunft über Vergleichsgehälter erhalten. Bis zu 60.000 Euro Strafe drohen bei Verstößen. Was die Lohntransparenz für Unternehmen und Angestellte bedeutet. Von Franziska Zoidl Zwei Jahre lang haben die Sozialpartner über die Umsetzung der EU-Richtlinie zur Lohntransparenz verhandelt – ohne Ergebnis. Seit dem…

What should I do if I cannot receive radio reception in my flat? My wife and I live in an assisted living facility. Since moving in, we have had no radio reception, even though there is a receiving antenna on the roof. The management says it is not their concern…

What should I do if I cannot receive radio reception in my flat? My wife and I live in an assisted living facility. Since moving in, we have had no radio reception, even though there is a receiving antenna on the roof. The management says it is not their concern…

We are delighted to announce that our partner Julia Fritz has been nominated as a finalist for the Cäsar Real Estate Award 2026 in the category of Real Estate Service Providers – congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! The Cäsar is one of the most prestigious awards in the Austrian real…

PHH Rechtsanwält:innen is delighted to announce its membership in DECA, the interest group and platform for energy efficiency (services) in Austria. The energy transition is one of the defining challenges of our time – and it requires strong networks, solid expertise, and the collective commitment of many stakeholders. That is…

The new EU directive against greenwashing is set to fundamentally reshape how companies communicate sustainability. In the latest issue of Kleine Zeitung, PHH partner Martina Stranzinger-Maier shares her insights on the key implications of the so-called EmpCo Directive (“Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition”). Going forward, general environmental and sustainability…

Der Standard-Gastbeitrag von PHH-Rechtsanwältin Hafize Stöhr Die Wärmewende bringt nicht nur technische, sondern auch rechtliche Herausforderungen mit sich. Im Fernwärmemarkt können Bewohner:innen ihren Wärmelieferanten nicht frei wählen. Häufig wird bereits in der Bauphase entschieden, welcher Anbieter das Gebäude langfristig versorgt – ein „natürliches Monopol“ entsteht, das Fragen rund um Transparenz…

Salomea Krobath joins the firm to lead its marketing and communications activities, bringing extensive experience in journalism, corporate communications, and cultural management. Most recently, she headed communications for an international art fair.

He knows the legal landscape in Eastern Europe inside out: We are delighted that Rainer Kaspar is once again ranked among the top lawyers in the trend Lawyer Ranking this year. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

„Umweltfreundlich“, „öko“ in Werbung bald verpönt Greenwashing. Allgemeine Umweltaussagen, die nicht konkret belegbar sind, dürfen bald nicht mehr in der Werbung verwendet werden. Auch für selbstgebastelte Umweltzeichen wird es eng. Gerade erst ist das Gesetz gegen Mogelpackungen in Kraft getreten: Sinkt bei einem Produkt die Füllmenge bei gleichbleibender Verpackungsgröße, ohne…

“Eco-friendly”, “green” claims in advertising set to fall out of favor Greenwashing under pressure:General environmental claims that cannot be substantiated will soon no longer be permitted in advertising. Self-created environmental labels are also coming under increasing scrutiny. A new law targeting misleading packaging has only just come into force: since…

Die Wiener Wirtschaftskanzlei PHH Rechtsanwält:innen erweitert ihr Real Estate Team um Isabella Kehrer. Die Rechtsanwältin verfügt über mehr als 20 Jahre Erfahrung im Liegenschaftsrecht, Bauvertragsrecht sowie Miet- und Wohnrecht. Isabella Kehrer war sowohl in renommierten Kanzleien als auch auf Unternehmensseite tätig, unter anderem bei der Esterhazy Betriebe AG. Die rund…

We are proud and grateful to be recognized in this year’s JUVE Ranking! Our expertise in Banking & Finance (Wolfram Huber, Lisa Urbas and Yannick Pistrich has been specially highlighted. A heartfelt thank you to our fantastic team and clients who make this success possible!