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German Legal developments explained
The BGH confirms that applied art can receive copyright protection without stricter requirements. What matters are the work’s creative elements.
Companies can face VAT fraud investigations without knowing about the fraud. Early legal advice can help clarify their role in the supply chain.
AI tools in German HR face strict rules under the EU AI Act, GDPR and works council co-determination rights.
Since a 2024 Frankfurt ruling, cum-cum trades can count as criminal tax evasion. Investigations can now reach back up to 15 years.
Germany does not recognise surrogacy as a legal route to parenthood. The Spahn case highlights the difficulties of recognising parenthood after a birth abroad.
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