Administrative and tax law

There are many limits to canine freedom In the canton of Geneva, walks in the forest are invigorating times when our four-legged companions can finally enjoy themselves to the full. However, some onlookers claim that they should be kept on a lead even in the wild... Is this true? Z. Outings in the woods can indeed be...

Whistleblowing " Hello, I'm wondering how do I go about reporting a boss who doesn't pay the social security contributions for his employees who work at 100% but are only registered at 50%? "C., Geneva Whistleblowing is a mechanism that allows any citizen to question the authorities about a situation that they consider inappropriate....

Every year, I have the same problem with a certain Serafe organisation that keeps coming back, even though I've never had a television, radio or similar device because I prefer books! As far as the news is concerned, I read the Tribune, full stop. Thanks to...

Does the SNB have the right to act alone? "How is it legally possible for the Swiss National Bank to decide on its own to deprive tens or even hundreds of thousands of people of their job opportunities, without even referring to our country's government or the parliament elected by the people?" Ben, Neuchâtel Art. 99...

The independence of judges at the Federal Supreme Court Is it normal for a Vaud judge on our Federal Supreme Court to rule on a Vaud case? Do the other cantons allow such a practice? Daniel The right to be judged by a competent, independent and impartial tribunal is guaranteed by Article 30 of the Federal Constitution, so it is mandatory in any case...

Assistance is guaranteed "I don't have enough money to hire a lawyer. Under what conditions am I entitled to what is known as legal aid?" Léon, Carouge Legal aid is assistance provided by the State to individuals whose resources are insufficient to defend their interests....

Eight years of study, but under what conditions? "Last week you explained the procedure - apparently quite simple - that a foreigner has to follow to enter Switzerland to study, and I was astonished to read that this is the way to stay in our country for 8 years! So is it enough to find...

Do I have to put up with the neighbour's strong odours? I'm particularly bothered by the nuisance produced by a bodywork shop located a few dozen metres from my house, particularly the strong odours of paint. Can I demand that the ventilation system facing my property be moved? "Bertrand, Geneva Article 684 of the...

How do I declare this flat? "We are providing our 26-year-old daughter, who is completing her studies in early music, with a 2-room condominium free of charge. Our daughter's annual income is around CHF 20,000. How should this flat be declared, and who should declare the rental value? The owner or...