Figeľ v. Slovakia: Freedom of religion in defense against the formalistic doctrine of victim status

By dr. Ľalík Tomáš On 4 September 2025, the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) adopted a decision in the case of Figeľ v. Slovakia. Ján Figeľ alleged a violation of his freedom of religion due to the absolute prohibition of public worship during the Covid-19 pandemic in Slovakia. The case concerns the protection of … Continue reading Figeľ v. Slovakia: Freedom of religion in defense against the formalistic doctrine of victim status