Pistetiedot

Pistetiedot refers to a system of arbitration in corporate law, primarily used in Finland and other Nordic countries. It is a mechanism by which minority shareholders can resolve disputes with majority shareholders or the company itself. Under pistetiedot, the arbitrator, typically a lawyer or a judge, is appointed to resolve the dispute between the parties involved.

The purpose of pistetiedot is to provide a more efficient and cost-effective way of resolving disputes than going to court. It allows for the speedy resolution of claims and the avoidance of lengthy litigation. Pistetiedot is often used in cases involving restructuring, including mergers and acquisitions, where shareholders may be affected.

In Finland, pistetiedot is regulated by the Companies Act, which sets out the procedures for resolving disputes through arbitration. The arbitrator has the power to order the company to purchase shares from minority shareholders or to restructure the company in a way that is fair to all stakeholders. Pistetiedot is not limited to disputes between shareholders, as it can also be used to resolve disputes between the company and third parties.

The use of pistetiedot has both advantages and disadvantages. On the one hand, it provides a means of resolving disputes quickly and efficiently. On the other hand, it may be seen as favoring the interests of the majority shareholder or the company at the expense of minority shareholders. Overall, pistetiedot is an important mechanism for resolving disputes in corporate law, particularly in Finland and other Nordic countries.