Artificial intelligence (AI) now makes it possible to imitate voices in a deceptively realistic way – but anyone who uses the voice of prominent personalities without their consent commits a violation of personality rights under German Law. This was clarified by the Berlin District Court II in a landmark judgment dated August 20, 2025 [...]
The online coaching market is booming, with promises of personal transformation, professional success, and financial freedom. However, coaching contracts often contain legal pitfalls: unclear contract clauses, missing withdrawal instructions, and courses that actually fall under Germany's Distance Learning Protection Act (FernUSG) yet are offered without the required authorisation from the Central Office for Distance [...]
On August 5, 2025, Munich Regional Court I delivered a significant ruling in favour of Germany's Paulaner Brewery Group in a trademark dispute, highlighting the intense competitive landscape in the European beverage market. The case (Case No. 33 O 14496/24) centred on "Spezi" – a German cola-beer mix drink that has become a cultural [...]
Waves, circles, and colour combinations inspired by wallpaper – what sounds peculiar at first is a serious legal dispute in design law currently being heard at the Munich Regional Court I (LG München I). Paulaner Brauerei Gruppe filed the lawsuit against its competitor Berentzen (Reference Number 33 0 14496/24). The dispute involves 250,000 euros and [...]
Germany has become an increasingly attractive destination for Iranian nationals seeking new opportunities and a stable future. With its robust economy, excellent education system, and comprehensive social benefits, Germany offers multiple pathways for Iranian citizens to establish residency. This guide outlines the primary immigration routes available and how professional legal assistance can streamline your journey. [...]
Birkenstock was denied copyright protection by the Federal Court of Justice in Germany (BGH) on 20 February 2025 after they have tried to sue in multiple cases against similar sandals of their competition, BGH, I ZR 16/24, I ZR 17/24, I ZR 18/24. No Copyright Protection for Birkenstock Sandals A requirement to receive copyright protection [...]
Germany's laws and regulations on cannabis possession and use appear to be on the verge of enormous changes as the German parliament has supported a new law to allow the recreational use of cannabis. This decision represents a significant milestone in the nation's drug policy landscape; however, it is only a partial legalisation of [...]
The use of Artificial Intelligence is set to be regulated in the EU in the future through the so-called AI-Act in order to address the potential risks of this technology. Although this measure should be considered more as a "Work in Progress" due to the unpredictable future of AI, today the framework is to [...]
From September 2023, consumer protection associations will have a new legal instrument at their disposal to obtain collective redress against businesses on behalf of consumers. With the remedial action, it will be possible for associations to sue for performance, but also for damages, contract termination, price reduction, or purchase price reimbursement in cases involving [...]
Given the increasing number of tax audits currently taking place, those offering holiday accommodation in Germany should be well advised to check their information on income and value-added tax as well as on the cultural and tourism tax due in some areas. Only recently, the Hamburg tax authorities issued a clear warning to landlords [...]