- Category: contract law, Contracts
Work Suspension in Czech Work Contracts: When and How to Use It Safely
“Work isn’t a gamble. It’s a commitment.”
Sometimes the only logical step during a stalled project is to pause the work. Maybe the client hasn’t paid an advance, failed to deliver documents, or gone silent. The Czech Civil Code allows this – but only under strict conditions. And if you do it wrong, it can backfire.
When Can You Legally Suspend Work?
According to § 2592 of the Czech Civil Code, the contractor may suspend the work if:
The client doesn’t provide cooperation (e.g. approvals, documents),
Or fails to pay an agreed advance.
The contractor must notify the client and act in good faith. A poorly documented suspension can be seen as a breach.
Best Practices for Suspension:
Notify in writing, with clear reasons and a deadline for remedy.
If no response, formally declare suspension, referencing the legal basis.
Document impacts – costs, timelines, or delays caused by the issue.
Without a clear clause in the contract, it can be difficult to adjust deadlines. It’s smart to include a provision that extends deadlines proportionally.
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- Naposledy aktualizováno: 17/06/2025