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April 19, 2025

The Ministry of Environmental Protection Launched the e-FEES Portal

The Ministry of Environmental Protection has launched the e-FEES Portal [link], which became available starting March 14, 2025. According to the ministry’s announcement, the e-FEES portal provides users with a simple and efficient way to access data related to the collection of environmental fees, thereby contributing to transparency and facilitating compliance with legal obligations. Who is the new portal intended for? The new portal is primarily intended for legal entities that are obligated to pay environmental protection fees in accordance with the Law on Fees for the Use of Public Goods. Which environmental fees are covered by the portal? The...

April 17, 2025

Studio Ghibli and Generative AI: Where Is the Line Between Inspiration and Copyright Infringement?

In recent weeks, social media platforms have been flooded with images that, at first glance, resemble scenes from Japanese animated films like “Spirited Away” or “My Neighbor Totoro”. However, these images do not originate from the renowned Studio Ghibli – they are generated by artificial intelligence. OpenAI recently launched a new version of GPT-4o, the model behind ChatGPT, which now allows users to generate images in the visual style of famous art studios. The most popular among them is Ghibli. This phenomenon has sparked intense debate among lawyers, artists, and fans alike – is it permissible to use AI to...

April 16, 2025

Another Step Towards the SEPA Zone: Amendments to the Law on the Prevention of Money Laundering and the Financing of Terrorism

The latest amendments to the Law on the Prevention of Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing (“Law”) represent a clear step by the legislator towards aligning and further harmonizing our regulations with the standards and principles of the European Union (“EU”) in this field. The adoption and implementation of such standards also constitute one of the key steps towards meeting the conditions for the Republic of Serbia’s accession to the unified euro payment market, i.e., the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA). An Overview of the Latest Amendments to the Law The Law classifies as obligors, i.e., persons who are required to...

April 15, 2025

Unveiling the New PR Legal: A New Chapter of Growth and Expertise

We are thrilled to announce that PR Legal has entered an exciting new chapter through the merger with the law firm AKT. This collaboration is built on a foundation of trust and a shared vision to provide high-quality, tailored legal services that evolve alongside the needs of our clients. Together, we are committed to delivering even more value, with a focus on innovation and exceptional client care. Welcoming Ivan Todorović as New Partner As part of this integration, we are proud to welcome Ivan Todorović as a new partner at PR Legal. Ivan is a highly skilled lawyer with extensive...

April 14, 2025

Employee Consent for Delivery of Salary Slip via Email

This article addresses an interesting issue in the field of personal data protection within employment relations, which was examined in the judgment of the Belgrade Court of Appeals, Gž1 2367/24, dated July 18, 2024. The court held that delivering salary slips via email to a work email address constitutes a violation of the employee’s right to personal data protection if another employee could access the email account, and if the employee concerned had not given consent for the salary slips to be delivered in that manner. Relevant Regulations The Labor Law stipulates that salary or salary compensation calculations may be...

April 12, 2025

Compliance in the Pharmaceutical Industry: Between Regulatory and Market Demands

In today’s business environment, the term “compliance” does not simply mean “acting in accordance with the law,” but also entails establishing a culture of responsible behavior, ethics, and transparency in business operations. In the pharmaceutical industry, non-compliance can lead not only to financial losses but may also directly endanger people’s health and lives. This is why business compliance in this sector takes a central role in corporate strategies and draws increasing attention from legislators, regulatory bodies, and the public. What Is Business Compliance and What Does It Encompass? Compliance refers to a structured approach to ensuring adherence to legal and...

April 09, 2025

PR Legal Continues to Support Future Legal Minds at the Belgrade Open Pre-Moot

On April 5–6, 2025, the XVII Belgrade Open Pre-Moot was held in Belgrade - a competition that brings together law students from around the world to engage in commercial and arbitration law. As in previous years, two members of our team - Sonja Stojčić, Senior Associate, and Milena Đukić, Associate - had the opportunity to contribute to the event by serving as arbitrators. The Belgrade Open Pre-Moot gathers students and professionals from across the globe, offering them a chance to compete in simulated arbitration proceedings. At the same time, it allows more experienced legal practitioners to participate in evaluating and...

April 02, 2025

How is Compensation for Expropriated Real Estate Determined?

Expropriation of real estate represents a limitation of property rights in the public interest, with mandatory fair compensation for the owner. The process of determining compensation often leads to disputes, especially when the appraised value of the real estate does not align with market conditions. The legislative amendments of 2023 further specified the criteria for determining compensation, particularly in cases of land expropriation for the construction of linear infrastructure projects. Compensation Determination Process The process of determining compensation for expropriated real estate begins before the authority of the local government unit, after the expropriation decision becomes final. In the so-called...

March 31, 2025

PR Legal Has Moved to a New Office!

We are excited to share that PR Legal has moved to a new address! Our team is now working from a spacious, modern office that provides a comfortable and efficient environment for both our team and our clients. Our new space is designed to be both welcoming and professional, giving us the perfect setting to meet with clients, discuss legal matters, and find the best solutions together. Our new address is Bulevar despota Stefana 12, Belgrade, located in the vibrant Dorćol area, right next to the historic Skadarlija quarter. We look forward to welcoming you at our new office soon! Feel free to stop...

March 29, 2025

The Adoption of the New Law on the Registry of Beneficial Owners – What is Actually New?

UPDATE: After the publication of this article, the Law amending the Law on the Registry of Beneficial Owners (Official Gazette of the Republic of Serbia No. 51/2025 dated June 17, 2025) was adopted, which brought the effective date of the law forward to October 1, 2025. A new Law on the Central Registry of Ultimate Beneficial Owners (Official Gazette of the Republic of Serbia No. 19/2025) ("Law") has recently been adopted, which repeals the previously applicable regulation from 2018. The Law entered into force on March 14, 2025, but its implementation will begin on September 15, 2026, with two exceptions...

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