In one of the first cases in which the PIA was applicable, the Antwerp Labour Court of Appeal was called upon to rule on the findings of observations carried out by a private investigator in the context of proceedings seeking recognition of a dismissal for serious cause of a protected employee.
With Flanders’ mandatory solar panel (PV) obligation taking effect on 1 April 2026, many organisations are preparing to install photovoltaic systems on their buildings. But a less anticipated consequence looms: these same installations could bring your organisation within the scope…
Que faut‑il entendre juridiquement par chatbot IA classique et agent IA ?
As regulation continues to increase in both volume and complexity, compliance evolved over the past years from a “checkthe-box process” to a core pillar of business strategy. At Vialegis, we like to stay in touch with our network of experienced…
On 19 December 2025, the Belgian legislator adopted an Act regarding some reforms to the social criminal law. This Act entered into force on 1 February 2026 and applies to offences committed from that date onwards.
Why is the Commission taking a step back to look at the digital rulebook now? Over the past decade, the European Union has built an extensive digital rulebook. From data protection and cybersecurity to online platforms, artificial intelligence and data…
The Belgian Companies and Associations Code (CAC) contains far-reaching criminal provisions that have a direct impact on corporate housekeeping. Directors (including de facto directors) and legal representatives of Belgian branch offices face significant personal risk if they fail to comply…
2025 was an interesting year for sustainability from a legislative and policy perspective. The European Commission's (the "Commission") focus on competitiveness and simplification has led to the publication of a number of omnibus packages, proposing to simplify existing legislation across several key areas – sustainability, agriculture, digitalisation, defence and chemicals.
2025 was an interesting year for sustainability from a legislative and policy perspective. The European Commission's (the "Commission") focus on competitiveness and simplification has led to the publication of a number of omnibus packages, proposing to simplify existing legislation across several key areas – sustainability, agriculture, digitalisation, defence and chemicals.
On 19 November 2025, the European Commission (EC) presented the Digital Omnibus on AI Regulation Proposal (AI Proposal). Adopted as part of the Digital Omnibus Package, the AI Proposal introduces targeted amendments to Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 (AI Act) aimed at…
L’intelligence artificielle transforme les organisations, et les services juridiques ne font pas exception. Si un grand nombre d’équipes commencent à explorer l’IA, beaucoup peinent encore à l’intégrer pleinement dans leurs activités courantes.
From 1 January 2026, new rules govern work incapacity and the reintegration of employees in Belgium. The legislative changes are part of the governmentʼs overall plan regarding the prevention and reintegration of employees with long-term work incapacity.
Avec l’entrée en vigueur, le 1er janvier 2026, du Livre 9, titre 1 « Sûretés personnelles » du nouveau Code civil, le régime des sûretés personnelles a fait l’objet d’une mise à jour substantielle.
The Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) aims to ensure that manufacturers design more cyber-secure products and make it easier for users to keep those products in a secure state throughout their lifecycle.
On 9 December 2025, the Belgian federal government approved legislation introducing reforms to the labour market and employment law.
