Ratio Legal ServicesOur Blog

No post found

Online Consumer Protection: What Businesses Need to Know to Operate Responsibly and Legally

In today’s digital era, one of the most crucial issues for any business operating online is consumer protection. Reliability, security, and transparency form the foundation of trust and, ultimately, the success of any online store or platform catering to consumers. Moreover, failing to comply with current legislation can lead to serious fines and legal risks. ...

Legal Aspects of Hotel Licensing: A Guide for Prospective Investors and Owners

Establishing or expanding a hotel property can be an exciting venture, particularly in popular tourist destinations. However, this process involves a complex network of rules and licensing requirements, which both new and experienced hoteliers must carefully follow to ensure smooth and lawful operations.  The initial phase often entails locating a suitable building or plot and...

Specialized E-Shops: Challenges and Legal Requirements for Food, Cosmetics, and Other Sensitive Product Categories

Setting up and operating an online store (e-shop) is already a complex endeavor, requiring thorough planning and compliance with regulations on commercial transactions, consumer protection, and intellectual property. However, when an e-shop deals in sensitive product categories—such as food, cosmetics, or even dietary supplements and para-pharmaceutical items—the demands intensify, creating a more stringent regulatory framework. ...

Digital Nomad Visa: A Gateway to Remote Work Opportunities in Greece

The rise of remote work has fundamentally changed the way professionals approach their careers, with many individuals now seeking a flexible, location-independent lifestyle. Recognizing this shift, Greece has joined other countries around the world in offering incentives to attract digital nomads—remote workers who can perform their jobs from anywhere with a reliable internet connection. The...

Trademark Registration in Greece (OBI) and Europe (EUIPO): Procedures and Key Guidelines

Registering a trademark is a critical step in protecting a company’s corporate identity, as well as the products or services it offers. In Greece, this process is carried out through the Hellenic Industrial Property Organization (OBI), while at the level of the European Union, the relevant authority is the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO)....

Intellectual Property Protection in Software: Contracts, Patents & GUI as Industrial Design

The continuous advancement of technology and the expanding use of software across various business sectors have made the effective protection of intellectual property related to source code, graphical user interfaces (GUI), and patentability more critical than ever. In this article, we focus on the key aspects of legal protection for software, the contracts governing its...

Golden Visa: Investing in Greece in Exchange for a Residence Permit

Greece’s “Golden Visa” program enables nationals of non-EU/EEA/Swiss countries to acquire a residence permit by investing in Greek real estate or other approved investment categories. This permit confers significant benefits, including free movement within the Schengen Area, and can be renewed as long as the investment is maintained. Moreover, after a certain number of years,...

https://ratiolegal.services/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/veafaw-160x160.png
© 2021 · Ratio Legal Services © · All rights reserved | A website by Artware