đź“ť What Claimants Can Publish
Under Swiss civil procedure (ZPO Art. 205), parties may not publicly disclose what is said during a conciliation hearing. However, documents authored by the claimant — including annexes — may be shared publicly if they:
- Do not reveal third-party confidential data
- Are not defamatory
- Are authored solely by the claimant or used with permission
âś… This reinforces lawful pre-hearing transparency.
Legal Compliance Requirements
All published materials must meet Swiss standards for:
- Data Protection: Personal information redacted unless already public
- Defamation Prevention: Factual accuracy and appropriate tone
- Professional Standards: Clear authorship and disclaimer requirements
PUBLICATION STANDARDS
Permitted Materials
- Personally authored annexes and statements
- Claimant’s documented experiences and timeline
- Evidence gathered or created by the claimant
- Case summaries reflecting the claimant’s perspective
Prohibited Materials
- Statements made during conciliation hearings (ZPO Art. 205)
- Documents authored by opposing parties
- Unredacted personal data of third parties
- Court-generated materials or orders
Required Compliance Measures
Standard Disclaimer: All published materials include:
“This annex is a personally authored statement submitted in connection with a civil conciliation filing in Switzerland. It reflects the claimant’s experience and understanding of the matter. It is not a court judgment, legal opinion, or representation of any third party.”
Data Protection: Names and identifying information of individuals are redacted unless already public
Factual Accuracy: Content based on documented experience and verifiable information
Professional Review: Materials reviewed for legal compliance before publication