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According to the new judgement of the Court of Justice in Luxembourg, search engine operators (Google, Yahoo, Seznam, etc.) are no longer allowed to process sensitive data, or to link to pages where such data is processed.
Sensitive data are data that reveal sensitive information such as ethnic or racial origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, health data and sex life. Further, the processing of data related to unlawful behaviour, criminal records, or security measures may only be carried out, with a few exceptions, under the control of a public authority. The Court points out that this prohibition applies, with some the exceptions under the EU legislation, to all administrators responsible for processing such personal data. Further, the search engine operator is also responsible for personal data published by a third party. This refers to a list of user search results within which a link to a page containing personal information may be located.
Before giving its judgement, The Court of Justice of the European Union considered the conflict between an internet user's right to freedom of information, and their right to privacy. The balance of these two rights depends on the nature of the information, and its sensitivity to person's privacy as well as on the right of free access to information. This sensitivity may differ based on a person's role in public life. But in all cases where the person’s right to privacy prevails, the search engine operator is obliged to block the link to this page.
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Martin Herna
Martin Herna
"I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to the law firm Holubová advokáti s.r.o. for their professional yet genuinely compassionate approach in an exceptionally difficult period of my life.
The firm successfully represented me in a dispute with my health insurance company concerning reimbursement for a medication that enables me to actively fight an oncological illness and has already begun to show positive treatment results.
From the very outset, I felt a high level of expertise, thoroughness, and a genuine interest not only in the case itself but also in the person behind it. All legal steps were explained clearly and comprehensibly, and the communication was factual, calm, and supported by clear arguments. In a time of great uncertainty, this provided me with a much-needed sense of reassurance and trust.
My special and greatest thanks go to JUDr. Klára Dvořáková, whose commitment, precision, and empathy meant more to me than can be conveyed in just a few sentences. Her work was not only highly professional but also marked by human sensitivity and deep respect for the seriousness of the situation.
I can wholeheartedly recommend this law firm to anyone seeking top-tier legal assistance combined with a truly human approach."
Dietmar Repka
Dietmar Repka
"We express our recommendations for the law firm Holubova Advokati.
Holubova Advokati was able to resolve a project for us with confidence, composure, and perseverance that German experts had deemed hopeless.
About 80 years ago, my grandparents and my father had to leave their home. The property has now been returned to our family through the inheritance that was initiated, and thanks to the excellent work of the law firm.
During the two-and-a-half-year negotiations, there were no language problems; everyone was always well informed about the current status.
Keep up the good work, everyone."