Human.Rights.Business | Episode 1
Human rights in business: from soft law to hard practice
08 Dec 2025
Austria
1 min read
In our premiere episode renowned human rights expert Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Benedek (University of Graz) and Mag. Daniela Karollus-Bruner (CMS partner and co-head of the international CMS Dispute Resolution Group) discuss the latest developments in human rights and their impact on the business sector.
The discussion centers on the growing significance of court decisions and the shift from voluntary corporate social responsibility (CSR) to “mandatory” due diligence obligations.
Key topics:
- Is there a backlash in current EU-level regulatory developments and what does this mean for companies and their responsibilities?
- What are the implications of the ECtHR ruling “KlimaSeniorinnen v. Switzerland” for businesses?
- Is legal uncertainty increasing for companies due to a rise in in litigation, court rulings, and the integration of soft law?
- What can companies do to prepare for new compliance requirements?
Learn how regulatory trends are affecting corporate practice and how you can minimise legal risks.
