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EU DATA ACT applies from today
The Data Act comes into force on 12.09.2025. Discover the opportunities and obligations it brings for companies.
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AI imitation of dubbing voice infringes personality rights
The imitation of a dubbing voice by AI raises legal questions. Does this infringe the personal rights of the voice actor?
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Expensive formal error in cease and desist letter
Errors in the form of competition law cease and desist letters can be expensive, as a decision by the Regional Court of Frankfurt am Main shows.
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Online coaching is not distance learning
Munich District Court clarifies that online coaching is not distance learning if the support is comparable to face-to-face events.
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Payback capped for medical devices
Federal Court of Justice ruling stipulates that only PAYBACK points worth a maximum of one euro are permitted per medical product sold.
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IDO association loses authority
No enforcement without list entry. The IDO Association loses its authority and may not enforce old titles.
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Risk of incorrect revocation instructions
A recent decision by the Higher Regional Court of Stuttgart shows the harsh consequences of incorrect withdrawal instructions in e-commerce.
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Consumer advice center vs. Facebook
Consumer protection association may successfully prohibit data protection violations by Facebook (Meta).
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Turkey imports without brand exhaustion
Parallel imports outside the EEA, in particular Turkey, cannot claim exhaustion to defend against trademark claims
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Hatefluencers are not competitors
As an influencer, can you defend yourself against the accusation of being a hatefluencer with the means of competition law or not?
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Advertising with before and after pictures for Hyaluron
Is advertising with before and after pictures for wrinkle and lip injections permitted? The Federal Court of Justice has clearly decided the question.
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EUR 30 million contractual penalty enforceable
Background to the case At the heart of the proceedings were long-standing trademark disputes between two companies relating to the design of jeans. The trademark…
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“Katze NÖ” enjoys copyright protection
“Katze Nö” drawing with raised middle finger is protected by copyright.
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Amazon discount advertising anti-competitive
Online retailers on Amazon risk cease and desist letters under competition law if they advertise with strike prices and discounts on Amazon.
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Vegan apple leather misleading
Find out why apple leather is considered misleading. A case shows the problems behind vegan alternatives.
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Is coaching distance learning?
Is coaching distance learning? The Federal Court of Justice has ruled on this. Coaching providers now need to take action.
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Limits of information in trademark law
What are the limits of information in trademark law? What applies if you no longer know the customers and suppliers of infringing goods?
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R.I.P. ODR platform
Find out everything you need to know about the ODR platform and its discontinuation on 20.07.2025. What steps should companies take now?