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23.05.2023

No appeal filed by Credit Suisse Group AG

The Federal Administrative Court issues a strike-off decision in the aftermath of the withdrawal by Credit Suisse Group AG of its application for precautionary measures regarding FINMA’s order to write down Contingent Capital Awards.

31.03.2023

Dublin transfers to Croatia

Asylum seekers who are transferred to Croatia under the Dublin III Regulation are granted access to the asylum procedure there even against the backdrop of the well-known pushback problem. This is the conclusion reached by the Federal Administrative Court in a reference judgment.

27.01.2023

Standard of proof too high for killing the alpha wolf of a pack

The Federal Administrative Court clarifies the basic question of whether only genetic DNA evidence is admissible for enabling the killing of a parent animal in the wolf pack.

20.12.2022

Price collusion in airfreight transport partially confirmed

The Federal Administrative Court confirms that in the airfreight sector price collusion had partially taken place, but reduces the fines imposed by the Competition Commission. It also lifts a ban prohibiting airlines from exchanging relevant information.

15.12.2022

The Court confirms a 20-year ban on entry

An Italian national was repeatedly convicted of sexual abuse against minors. The Federal Administrative Court confirms the 20-year ban on entry ordered against him.

07.12.2022

Adaptation of the waiting period for family reunification

Henceforth, the statutory three-year waiting period for family reunification may no longer be strictly and automatically applied in the case of persons temporarily admitted to Switzerland. The Federal Administrative Court is bringing its case-law into line with a judgment handed down by the European Court of Human Rights.