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Shipping costs in advertisements

What obligations do retailers have regarding shipping costs in their advertisements? The Bochum Regional Court has a clear opinion on this.
Purchase on account as a sales promotion

Find out when purchase on account is classified as a sales promotion and which information obligations online retailers must observe.
Beauty claim or health claim

Beauty claim or health claim? Find out how legal decisions influence the advertising of collagen drinks.
Key housing and repair clause

A dispute over a spare part with a signal effect The case began with an inconspicuous car part: a black plastic housing for a vehicle…
E-commerce coaching is distance learning

Federal Court of Justice confirms once again: e-commerce coaching is subject to the Distance Learning Protection Act and requires approval.
Discount tricks in the crosshairs

What price may companies refer to if they want to advertise with price reductions without risking cease and desist letters?
Nero Champagne vs. Champagne

Nero Champagne: Is the addition ‘Nero’ legally permissible or does it jeopardize the reputation of the protected champagne?
Mercedes radiator grille as a trademark

The EUIPO’s decision on the Mercedes radiator grille: What companies can learn about design and trademarks from the ruling.
Data protection in the AI Länd

Find out how to use AI in compliance with data protection regulations. The paper by the Baden-Württemberg State Data Protection Commissioner offers tips.
X is liable for untrue statements made by Grok

The Regional Court of Hamburg has ruled that Platform X is liable for violations of personal rights caused by false statements made by the AI bot Grok.
This is not whiskey, gin or rum.

Alcohol-free alternatives to whiskey and gin: Are designations such as “This is not whiskey, gin or rum” legally permissible?
Apple Watch not CO2-neutral

The Regional Court of Frankfurt am Main has prohibited the company from advertising its smartwatches with the term “CO2-neutral” in a ruling dated 26.08.2025, Ref. 3-06 O 8/24. Deutsche Umwelthilfe had taken action against the company and objected to the use of the term in the advertising for various models of the smartwatches on offer…
2 second jingle as a sound mark

EUIPO, BVG and the two-second jingle: A fascinating case about sound marks, trademark law and recognition.
Game of Döner

Game of Döner or free riding? The trademark dispute between a kebab company and HBO in connection with Game of Thrones.
No damage for data transfer to the USA

What hurdles exist for claims for damages due to data transfers to the USA? Munich Regional Court I sets the bar high.
Trademark protection for SEX ADDICT

“SEX ADDICT” as a trademark for erotic articles? An EUIPO decision shows why this lacks the necessary distinctive character.
The end for veggie burgers

The EU Parliament has decided that terms such as burger, schnitzel, steak and sausage may only be used for meat products in future.
Burden of proof for bad faith

When is a trademark application considered to be in bad faith? The Federal Court of Justice has now established clear rules on the distribution of the burden of proof.