Employers often find themselves contemplating whether they should disclose the reasons for an employee’s termination to the entire workforce. While the motivations behind this consideration can be well-intentioned – such as educating remaining employees about unacceptable behaviors, promoting transparency, and preventing the spread of misinformation, there are legal implications to take into account.

In The Debrief, our Practice Leaders across CEE share updates on recent and upcoming legislation, consider the impact of recent court decisions, showcase landmark projects, and keep our readers apprised of the latest developments impacting their respective practice areas.

The labor shortage issue has been a growing problem in the job market for a long time now. In the long-term employers are looking for ways to improve working conditions, to keep employees engaged and to attract new ones. One of the ways to fix the labor shortage issue is employee poaching. What are the legal and ethical aspects of employee poaching and how to lessen the risk of another job market recruiting employees?

Labor shortages have emerged as a pressing issue across CEE, prompting diverse responses from governments, businesses, and the public as they navigate the challenges of workforce gaps and economic sustainability.

Hungary is gearing up for a groundbreaking shift in corporate governance, with the proposed law aimed at improving gender representation in leadership positions at publicly traded companies. By implementing the relevant EU directive, the proposed law does not only seek to address long-standing gender imbalances but still promotes greater access of women to the labor market participation.

Recent legislative developments in Romania, such as the Methodology for Preventing and Combating Harassment Based on Gender and Moral Harassment in the Workplace (October 12, 2023) and the ratification of Convention No. 190/2019 on Violence and Harassment in the World of Work, have created a robust framework to address workplace harassment. These changes reflect an international push for safer, more inclusive work environments, but their implementation raises questions about practical challenges and long-term impact.