Patient Consent In Medical Negligence Claims

In a recent decision of the District Court of Nicosia, it has been held that Cyprus Courts have jurisdiction to adjudicate on applications for enforcement of foreign judgments and foreign arbitral Awards...

Firstly, there are two laws governing arbitration proceedings in Cyprus: domestic arbitration proceedings are governed by the Arbitration Law of 1944, Cap. 4...

It is not uncommon for high-value commercial disputes to give rise to jurisdictional issues, particularly where they involve multiple defendants domiciled in different jurisdictions or where one or more parties have entered into agreements containing jurisdiction clauses. The reason is straightforward: if the Court determines that it lacks jurisdiction to hear the matter, the proceedings may effectively come to an end at the outset. Accordingly, the issue of jurisdiction must be determined by the Court as a preliminary matter and at the earliest stage of proceedings.

Pursuing a claim against a Cyprus company requires careful preparation before any formal demand is made. Understanding contractual terms, securing evidence, investigating the debtor's corporate structure and assets, and defining clear commercial objectives can determine whether a creditor preserves leverage or loses the opportunity for meaningful recovery.

The mechanism of the preliminary reference stands as one of the cornerstones of European Union law. It establishes a channel of judicial cooperation between the national courts of Member States and the Court of Justice of the European Union ("CJEU"), ensuring the uniform interpretation and application of EU law across all Member States. Understanding this mechanism, and in particular the conditions under which a Cypriot court may invoke it, is of considerable practical importance for any party appearing in proceedings that raise a question of EU law.

In an attempt to speed up the administration of justice and become more efficient, the Supreme Court has made a number of changes to the Civil Procedure Rules in particular Rules 25 and 30...

Mediation is an alternative dispute resolution process that allows parties to resolve their disputes out of court with the aid of a neutral third party.

Defamation claims can have profound consequences for individuals and businesses, making it essential to understand the legal defenses available.

The legal landscape for expert evidence has undergone an important transformation with the introduction of the new Civil Procedure Rules 2023.

There are two tiers of courts in Cyprus, i.e., the Supreme Court and the subordinate courts.

The EU Pay Transparency Directive required Member States to transpose its provisions into national law by 7 June 2026, yet the picture across the EU remains mixed with only a handful of countries having completed transposition. This update examines where each Member State stands in the implementation process and provides specific guidance on Cyprus's current position and timeline for employers operating in the region.

The European Commission has unveiled the European Technological Sovereignty Package, a comprehensive legislative framework targeting four critical areas: semiconductor manufacturing through Chips Act 2.0, cloud and AI infrastructure via the Cloud and AI Development Act, digital autonomy through open source strategy, and energy sector digitalization. This ambitious initiative aims to fundamentally transform Europe's technological independence and competitive position in the global digital economy by 2030.

The Department of Labour Relations in Cyprus is conducting a comprehensive compliance review, requiring all employers to submit written employment terms for every employee by 31 July 2026. This initiative stems from the Transparent and Predictable Working Conditions Law...

As of 01/09/2023, the new Civil Procedure Rules (the "Rules") will apply to new cases filed from that date onwards. However, the Court has the discretionary power to extend the application...

The legal system of the Republic of Cyprus provides various routes for the enforcement of foreign judgments which have been issued abroad.

Cyprus has enacted Law 112(I)/2026, introducing significant amendments to its Personal Insolvency Laws that broaden eligibility criteria for Debt Relief Orders and Personal Repayment Plans. The reforms strengthen protections for debtors and guarantors while simplifying evidential requirements, fundamentally reshaping how individuals can address overwhelming debt obligations.

The European Parliament's Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee has approved a legislative proposal for the digital euro, a new electronic form of money issued by the European Central Bank. This comprehensive package addresses the establishment of the digital euro, its distribution by payment service providers, and the continued legal tender status of physical cash, with a pilot programme scheduled for 2027.

The employment law landscape in Cyprus continues to evolve at pace, with significant legislative reforms already introduced in 2025 and further impactful changes taking effect in 2026.

Cyprus introduces significant reforms to its out-of-court financial dispute resolution framework through Law 87(I)/2026, establishing binding decisions by the Financial Ombudsman for monetary compensations up to €20,000. The amendments strengthen debtor protections during mortgaged property disposal procedures while maintaining judicial review rights and introducing new timelines for complaint submissions and debt restructuring negotiations.

The Transparent and Predictable Terms of Employment (Essential Terms of Employment for Registration in an Electronic System) Decree of 2024, was officially published on 20 November 2024.