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The Parliament of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina is considering a proposed amendments to the Income Tax Law, which is being fast-tracked for adoption. The amendments pertain to Article 10, Paragraph 4, adding a provision that exempts monetary allowances for employee performance bonuses from taxation, up to a monthly amount of 200 BAM. This […]

The month of November was particularly eventful in the region regarding competition law, with Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, and Montenegro imposing penalties on major companies. This article, featured in the November edition of the IA Law Firm newsletter, aims to clarify the potential penalties and consequences under Bosnia and Herzegovina’s competition law. Severe Financial Penalties

On November 4, 2024, a pivotal hearing in the legal battle between Delta Holding and the Republic of Serbia took place. Touted as one of the most significant lawsuits in the region, it surprisingly slipped under the radar, receiving little to no media attention. The lack of coverage leaves observers wondering: how could Serbia’s lawsuit

Temu and Amazon Under investigation according to recent reports by Reuters accessed by IA Law Firm Bosnia, the European Commission is investigating two global e-commerce platforms, Amazon and Temu, for alleged violations of consumer protection and competition laws. While the investigation into Amazon has not yet been formally launched (informal reports suggest it focuses on

In September 2024, the Government of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH) adopted several legislative proposals that significantly impact business operations. These changes aim to align with European legislation and regulate key areas of the economy, particularly trade and environmental protection. With these shifts, corporate law advisory services are essential for businesses to navigate

The EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is the EU’s tool to put a fair price on the carbon emitted during the production of carbon intensive goods that are entering the EU, and to encourage cleaner industrial production in non-EU countries. In Bosnia and Herzegovina, the application of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is governed by

At a recent conference, CEFTA (Central European Free Trade Agreement) adopted nine new agreements that will significantly enhance trade, consumer protection, M&A invesments and market competitiveness in Bosnia and Herzegovina. These CEFTA agreements are designed to facilitate cross-border trade, reduce administrative barriers, and increase efficiency in customs and trade procedures. As a result, the business

Technological advancements are rapidly changing many industries, including the business law profession. A common question arises: can artificial intelligence (AI) replace lawyers? Already, AI solutions are significantly transforming certain legal processes. AI is sparking debate about the future of this profession and raising implications for business law firms in Bosnia and Herzegovina and beyond. How

The recently signed Cooperation Agreement between Serbia and the United States in the energy sector opens new perspectives for the regional renewable energy market. Signed in October 2024, this agreement represents a key step towards modernizing Serbia’s energy sector, particularly in the areas of energy transition law and increasing renewable energy capacity, which are essential

The recent European Union regulation on preventing deforestation has sparked numerous debates, particularly among producers, traders and providers of legal services in the renewable energy sector worldwide. As the EU tightens control over imports of products linked to deforestation, companies trading commodities such as coffee, cocoa, soy, palm oil, and rubber face serious challenges. The