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Lawyers Urge the Prague Branch of GP DOCUMENT to Cease Legal Violations

On May 13, 2024, attorney Yuriy Pokorny officially addressed Anastasia Kuzmytska, the head of the Czech branch of GP DOCUMENT, demanding an end to legal violations. The appeal was prompted by numerous complaints from Ukrainian citizens about the failure to issue ready passports. Key points of the appeal include:

  • Notification of affected individuals: Reporting the large number of affected clients who sought legal assistance.
  • Reminder to comply with the law: Emphasizing the need to adhere to Czech legislation when providing services and conducting business operations.
  • Call to cease violations: Urging an immediate end to practices, including discrimination based on age and gender.
  • Warning of financial consequences: Highlighting potential financial repercussions in case of legal disputes and the need for prompt action.

Lawyers are encouraging everyone who has faced similar issues to share this publication on social media, hoping the situation is merely a misunderstanding.

Státní podnik “Dokument”, odštěpný závod
IČO: 17876397
Klimentská 1216/46
Praha 1, 110 00

Prague, May 13, 2024

To the Branch Head: Anastasia Kuzmytska
Subject: Call to Cease Unlawful Actions

Dear Ms. Kuzmytska,

I am reaching out regarding the growing demand for legal assistance from Ukrainian refugees and the activities of the branch of the Ukrainian state enterprise “Dokument.” Since your branch operates under Czech legislation, including concerning Ukrainian citizens, I am addressing you with this appeal.

Your branch in the Czech Republic provides comprehensive services to Ukrainians related to obtaining documents. Unfortunately, our clients have recently encountered situations where, after receiving SMS notifications about document readiness, they are refused issuance on-site. Not only does this constitute a breach of contract, but the group of individuals facing these issues is identifiable by gender and age, making it difficult to attribute the problems to “technical issues.”

I must remind you that in the Czech Republic, the rule of law is based on respect for individuals and their rights. Contracts must be fulfilled, and any form of discrimination is prohibited. I believe the current situation results from a misunderstanding of potential consequences rather than malicious intent.

Based on the above, I urge you to cease unlawful actions, including breaching contracts and engaging in any discriminatory practices. I also request that you rectify the situation for your branch’s clients who feel discriminated against and harmed. If the situation is not immediately resolved, I will be forced to defend my clients’ rights in court, which could result in significant financial and other consequences for your enterprise. I hope this will not be necessary and that the matter will be promptly and successfully resolved with your assistance.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Sincerely,
JUDr. Jiří Pokorný, Ph.D., Attorney

This translation is provided for informational purposes to understand the situation.

The full text in Czech is available in the original publication.

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We hope the facts presented will help resolve the situation and restore justice.