Higher Labour Court of Düsseldorf (judgment of 30 October 2008 – 5 Sa 977/08): Salary may not be replaced predominantly by non-voting preference shares – equity models only in addition to cash pay.

After a redemption, a new shareholder list can be filed within days – affected shareholders effectively lose their rights unless they react immediately by way of interim relief.

With the "EU Inc.", the European Commission proposes a digital corporate form recognised throughout the EU – incorporation within 48 hours and without minimum capital.