Interim Injunctions: A Vital Tool for Securing Monetary Claims

As a creditor in a legal dispute, it is essential to not only focus on the substance of the case but also on ensuring the enforcement of the claim. A judgement in favor of the claimant is of little value if the debtor has, in the meantime, ensured that enforcement is impossible. This is where interim injunctions come in - they serve as a crucial preventive measure in ensuring a successful enforcement of a monetary claim. In this article, we will...

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The exceptional yet available recourse for recovering damages from bargaining in bad faith (Culpa in Contrahendo)

When entering into negotiations for a contract, it is important to understand that these negotiations are (at least in principle) not binding and may be terminated by either party at any time. However, there are certain circumstances in which one party may be held liable for any damages incurred by the other party. This is known as culpa in contrahendo, or "fault in concluding a contract." Culpa in contrahendo is a principle that holds that even if a contract is not...

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The Way of Necessity in Slovenian Real Estate Law

When dealing with neighbourly disputes it is often important ti understand the concept of "way of necessity" in Slovenian real estate law. This legal principle, outlined in Articles 88 to 91 of the Slovenian Law of Property Code (Stvarnopravni zakonik - SPZ), allows for the establishment of a necessary road access through a neighbouring property to an immovable property that currently lacks such access or for which the establishment of such access would be associated with disproportionate costs. According to Article...

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The absence of punitive damages in Slovenian tort law

In Slovenian tort law, punitive damages are not generally available as a form of compensation for the victim of a tortious act. Unlike in some other legal systems (particularly common law systems), where punitive damages may be awarded to punish the wrongdoer and deter similar conduct in the future, Slovenian law does not recognize this concept. Instead, victims of torts in Slovenia may seek only compensatory damages, which are designed to compensate the victim for the harm that they have suffered. This may...

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The barriers to the eviction of (illegal) tenants in Slovenia

The process of evicting a tenant in Slovenia can be a lengthy and inefficient process in cases of non-cooperative tenants, often taking months or even years to complete. This can be frustrating for landlords who are seeking to reclaim their property for various reasons, such as wanting to sell the property or needing to use it for their own purposes. One reason for the inefficiency of the eviction process in Slovenia are the various legal procedures that must be followed. Landlords...

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Establishing a limited liability company (LLC) in Slovenia

In its simplest variation, establishing an LLC in Slovenia is a quick, almost routine operation, achievable by most people without any legal skill or assistance. Add in a foreigner (no-Slovenian citizen) director and/or a foreign shareholder and the endeavour becomes completely different. In such cases an experienced notary and top corporate lawyer in Slovenia can make all the difference. The crucial first step when establishing a LLC in Slovenia (by a non-Slovenian) is to make a comprehensive timeline for the...

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Eligibility for foreigners to buy real estate in Slovenia

The right to obtain and own real estate is a complex and politically sensitive matter in most countries. Consequently many sovereign states, Slovenia included put in place limitations on real estate purchases by foreigners. A person interested in pursuing a real estate purchase should therefore consult a real estate lawyer in Slovenia to review their options. The principal of limitation of foreigners' rights regarding real estate transactions in Slovenia is a constitutional one. Art. 68 of the Slovenian Constitution explicitly states...

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