srpna 2025

The Austrian Sit Out: The Austrian Answer to Texas Shoot Out & Co.

A joint venture is created when two or more independent companies establish a special purpose vehicle to pursue a specific project together. The classic fifty fifty structure gives each partner half the shares and a veto right on all material decisions. While this prevents unilateral action, it also raises the risk that entrenched positions will lead to a standstill.

Landlords in relief: Austrian Supreme Court confirms validity of value adjustment clauses in lease agreements

On July 30, 2025, the Austrian Supreme Court (OGH), in case number 10 Ob 15/25s, issued a surprising and far-reaching decision regarding the applicability of § 6 para 2 no 4 of the Austrian Consumer Protection Act (KSchG) to long-term lease agreements.