Burdens and Benefits of a Supply Chain Law for Companies. The "Lieferkettengesetz" and the "European Supply Chain Act"

Focusing on the implications of the forthcoming Due Diligence Act, this paper examines the burdens and benefits for companies, particularly in the context of German and European supply chain laws. It begins by defining key terms and theories related to the legislation, highlighting similarities and differences between the German and European frameworks. The analysis then evaluates the various impacts on companies, weighing both the advantages and challenges posed by the new regulations, ultimately leading to a comprehensive conclusion.