In Switzerland, you can drive with a blood alcohol level below 0.25 mg/L or 0.50 ‰.
There is a special limit for new drivers: If you are in possession of a trial license, there is zero tolerance for drinking and driving in the first 12 months after it is issued.
Administrative and monetary penalties will be applied for non-compliance with these rules. Learn more in this article.
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Penalties for speeding depend on the location of the offense and its seriousness.
Speed cameras record speeding and usually lead to a fine. If the excess is very high, the license is withdrawn and the offense can be entered in the criminal record.
The speed limits in…
General enquiries: Drinking and driving in Switzerland: what are the limits? What are the risks?
6 June 2022
Would you like to find out about the legal limits for drinking and driving in Switzerland? Read this article!
For all motor vehicles and boats (even pedal boats, yes!), the permitted alcohol level must be less than 0.25 mg/L or 0.5 ‰.
If this limit is exceeded, the…
Commercial law: How to become self-employed?
6 June 2022
Would you like to work as a freelancer? In Switzerland, this professional status exists, you only need to complete a few steps to obtain it. Lawrence explains everything about it!
What is a “self-employed” worker?
By definition, a self-employed person is an individual working in his or her own name, on his or her own account. He or she assumes the financial risks of its activity. The…
You have just developed your own idea and/or trademark and are looking to protect it? It is perfectly legitimate to want to ensure its ownership and receive the rewards. Lawrence explains how to do it!
The protection of an idea:
Swiss law does not protect an idea per se.
You have just developed your own idea and/or trademark and are looking to protect it? It is perfectly legitimate to want to ensure its ownership and receive the rewards. Lawrence explains how to do it!
The protection of an idea:
Swiss law does not protect an idea per se.
Corporate law: I need investors, but I want to keep control of my company. Is this possible?
6 June 2022
The creation of a company requires investments. Sometimes, the support of an investor is thus indispensable.
But beware: the amount an investor offers can blind the entrepreneur! His vigilance with regard to the terms of the contract decreases and can put him at a disadvantage in controlling his own company!
But remain assured: you can keep control of your company while having investors! The…
Commercial law: SA, Sàrl, sole proprietorship, association... what type of structure should I adopt?
6 June 2022
You are in the process of creating your company, but do not know which legal form to choose? Lawrence presents the different types of companies existing in Switzerland and guides you in your choice!
There are essentially 5 criteria to consider when choosing a legal form…
Have you decided to create a limited company (SA)? You are asking yourself: “but how do I do it”? This practical guide from the Lawrence team will help you!
In short, there are 8 (9 depending on the case) steps to take.
Step 1: Intellectual Property
Your company…
Have you created your SA with the participation of shareholders? It is important to clarify their position in the company and the role their shares play. This is why it is imperative for a public limited company to draw up a shareholders’ agreement. Lawrence explains everything about this in this article!
A shareholders’ agreement can be defined as a document by which the shareholders…