Swiss Supreme Court rejects branch-specific notion of public policy | Practical Law

Swiss Supreme Court rejects branch-specific notion of public policy | Practical Law

In decision 4A_116/2016, the Swiss Supreme Court considered an application to set aside a Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) award based on an alleged violation of Swiss public policy by certain third party participation schemes previously common in international football.

Swiss Supreme Court rejects branch-specific notion of public policy

Practical Law UK Legal Update Case Report w-006-4846 (Approx. 3 pages)

Swiss Supreme Court rejects branch-specific notion of public policy

by Philippe Bärtsch (Partner) and Dr. Philip Wimalasena (Associate), Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd
Published on 21 Feb 2017 • Switzerland
In decision 4A_116/2016, the Swiss Supreme Court considered an application to set aside a Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) award based on an alleged violation of Swiss public policy by certain third party participation schemes previously common in international football.