Many contractual relationships have suddenly changed
The current pandemic situation has changed the world in every possible way. Not many contractual relationships will be untouched. In an instant, clauses that no one ever looks at (such as force majeure) in an agreement have become relevant. Legislation that is rarely used can be triggered (such that enable unilaterally changing contractual obligations). Although like always, amicable solutions are the best way, each situation is unique and may require knowledge of the law or
Measures to compensate salaries
The Government of Estonia has introduced measures to help alleviate the effects of the coronavirus crisis for the employers and employees to help prevent mass lay-offs. The Unemployment Fund (www.tootukassa.ee) will be in charge of accepting applications from the employers (probably from April). Conditions apply of course and money will not be simply handed out. 1. The period to be compensated is March-May and the employer can choose 2 months from that period. 70% of the gros
Sale of a share in private limited company (Osaühing) will get easier - for some
Estonian Parliament is about to pass legislation that will make it easier to sell the share in a private limited company (in Estonian: Osaühing, OU). The new law could pass next week. Firstly the new law enacts 1 cent as the minimum value of 1 share (currently it is 1 euro). This would give flexibility regarding division of share capital. Secondly the formal requirements for the share sale transaction will become easier. Currently the sale of the share or share has to be a no