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Ensuring workplace safety is a fundamental aspect of employee-employer relationships. All employers must ensure that labor rights are protected within the workplace environment. The Labor Code of Georgia and the Law on Labor Safety respectively regulate the essential duties. Employers must acknowledge the importance of safety measures and protect employees from unsafe working conditions. They […]

The concept of microbanks was introduced in Georgia through the Law of Georgia on Microbanks (hereinafter the “Law”), establishing a new type of financial institution under the supervision of the National Bank of Georgia (NBG). Purpose and Objectives of the Law The primary objective of the Law is to promote the institutional development and strengthening

 What Businesses Need to Know Businesses handle large amounts of personal data daily, especially from their customers. This is equally true when processing data for direct marketing. Direct marketing allows businesses to create effective campaigns by offering personalized products, services, or offers to customers. However, this practice is strictly regulated, and businesses must comply with

With the rapid growth of the virtual asset industry, Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) face increasing regulatory scrutiny worldwide. Georgia is no exception. Since September 2022, VASPs have been classified as accountable persons under the Law of Georgia on Facilitating the Prevention of Money Laundering and the Financing of Terrorism, thereby becoming subject to mandatory

In the realm of financial services, particularly in Georgia, the operation of payment services is under regulatory oversight. This framework aims to ensure transparency, security, and stability in the payment sector. At the center of this regulatory system are Payment System Providers (PSPs). They play a crucial role in facilitating various payment transactions. PSPs include

Under the current legal framework, European patents can be validated in Georgia based on the International Agreement on the Validation of European Patents (the “Validation Agreement”) between the Government of Georgia and the European Patent Office (EPO). This framework allows applicants to obtain patent protection in Georgia by requesting validation of their European patent applications.

As Georgia continues to develop a well-regulated environment for systemic electronic gambling, licensed operators are increasingly targeting international markets. They are offering services to foreign players. In parallel, the question of how such players can legally fund their accounts and withdraw winnings has become a key operational and compliance issue. While the Georgian legal framework

Last year, the Parliament of Georgia made changes to the Law of Georgia on Personal Data Protection (the PDP Law) to align personal data protection legislation more closely with the European Union standards. These significant changes to the PDP Law entered into force on 1 March 2024 and marked an important regulatory update. Grounds of

As Georgia continues to position itself as a business-friendly jurisdiction and a regional hub for investment and innovation, hiring foreign employees by local companies is becoming increasingly common. Georgian labor and immigration laws establish a clear, albeit straightforward, framework for employing foreign citizens. This article outlines the key legal requirements for hiring foreign employees in