Question: I am registered in a big online retail shop. May I ask them to delete my personal data but at the same time continue using their services? Answer: That is hardly possible, as your personal data is necessary for the online retailer to be able to identify you and send you the items you…

Question: The local newspaper in the town where I live published an article containing personal information about me (I work for the local community council). Can I ask the newspaper for compensation? Answer: Collection of personal data and its publication by the media is usually done in the public interest. You may not insist against…

Question: What does “data minimization” mean? Answer: GDPR obliges the companies to collect data for specific purposes that are clearly defined. For instance, if you intend to send out a brochure with the latest swimsuit collection to your subscribers, you do not have the right to ask for their political preferences. You should not process…

Question: With regard to the GDPR, I run a small company (3 employees, except me). Does the regulation apply to my business as well? Answer: The GDPR affects every company that processes personal data of its clients or employees. Before assessing the level of impact that the Regulation has on your business, you need to…

Question: I have been working for one year for this employer but I found another job and want to leave immediately.  Which is the fastest way to do this without having to pay compensation? Answer: You can arrange with your employer to leave immediately based on mutual consent expressed in agreement (article 325, paragraph 1,…

Question: I am about to leave my job pending expiration of a 30-day notice. I have a lot of unused paid leave, which I want to take during that period. Do I need to request it or just inform my employer that I intend to use the paid leave? Answer: You have to request your…

Question: It’s the second year of my maternity leave. The company that I work for in Bulgaria, however, will cease its activity in a month. I worked there for eight months before going on maternity leave. Am I entitled to claim compensation? Answer: You will be entitled to a compensation for unemployment if your social…