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No transfer claim for .eu domains

Is there a transfer claim for .eu domains or not? Find out everything about the decision of the OLG Stuttgart on this topic.
Hammer advertising for doctors

Hammer advertising and its legal limits for doctors in the competitive medical market. What is allowed for advertising gifts to doctors?
The fairy tale of the Frog King

Can famous fairy tale characters such as the Frog King be protected as a trademark? The Federal Patent Court explains the legal limits.
Infringement by Le Corbusier furniture?

May furniture that was produced without the consent of the copyright holder be placed in a store and made available for use by the public?…
Registration of foreign commercial designations in bad faith

The registration of foreign trademarks in Germany can be problematic. When does this constitute an application in bad faith?
Showers in the gym

Is showering in the gym included? Is advertising that gives rise to misconceptions misleading and anti-competitive?
Chocolate bars harmful to minors

Are collectible chocolate bar promotions anti-competitive? Find out more about the Federal Court of Justice’s decision on this topic.