Health Claims Regulation for Botanicals
Introduction The Health Claims Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 forms the central legal basis for the use of nutrition and health claims on food in the
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Health Claims Regulation for Botanicals
Introduction The Health Claims Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 forms the central legal basis for the use of nutrition and health claims on food in the
Barrier Strengthening Act Comes into Force
Introduction to the Accessibility Strengthening Act The Accessibility Strengthening Act (BFSG) is a central law that comprehensively regulates the accessibility of products and services in
M&A – Advantages and Disadvantages of an Asset Deal
Comprehensive legal advice on M&A transactions In the context of mergers & acquisitions (M&A), the question regularly arises whether an asset deal or share deal
Warning due to Data Protection Violation
Introduction to Data Protection Warning The data protection warning is a central instrument in data protection law to enforce compliance with the General Data Protection
Introduction and Background With the Justice Location Strengthening Act, Germany has taken a significant step towards modernizing its judiciary. Officially known as the Act to
Choice of Law in International Commercial Law
Applicable law in cross-border business transactions In international business transactions between companies, i.e., in the B2B sector, it is often not immediately clear which national
Customs Law and Dual-Use Goods
Legally compliant handling of dual-use goods in international trade In international customs law, dual-use goods play a special role because they can be used for
Non-Compete Clause in Distribution Law
Legal Requirements for Non-Competition Clauses The non-competition clause plays a central role in distribution law. For manufacturers and suppliers, the non-competition clause is an important
General Terms and Conditions (GTC) in Contracts
Securely incorporate T&Cs into the contract General terms and conditions, abbreviated as T&Cs, are pre-formulated contractual conditions that one party, usually a company, uses for
Cost subsidy in the Commercial Agent Agreement
Decision of the OLG Cologne – Ref. 19 U 71/24 The OLG Cologne has significantly strengthened the rights of commercial agents against companies. In a
ECJ on Vegan Schnitzel and Organic Logo
Decisions of the European Court of Justice – Case Nos. C-438/23 and C-240/23 Can a steak, schnitzel, or sausage also be vegetarian or vegan, and
New Naming Law Since May 1, 2025
More freedom and new possibilities in name law On May 1, 2025, a comprehensive reform of name law came into force in Germany. The aim
ProReal Europa 9 / 10 – High Losses for Investors
Investors’ Claims for Damages Approximately 278 million euros were invested by investors into the ProReal Europa 9 and ProReal Europa 10 capital investments – now
Commercial Legal Protection and Litigation
Comprehensive protection of intellectual property The protection of intellectual property is a crucial success factor for companies in an increasingly innovation-driven economy. Therefore, intellectual property
M&A – Advantages and Disadvantages of an Asset Deal
Comprehensive legal advice on M&A transactions In corporate acquisitions within the framework of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), the question regularly arises whether an asset deal
Paternity Test with Identical Twins
Decision of the OLG Oldenburg from January 14, 2025 – Ref.: 13 WF 93/24 Who is the father? This question concerns children, parents, and courts.
Divorce and Pension Adjustment
Long separation periods can be considered in pension compensation If a couple has been separated for a long time, they should also consider divorce, as
Options for Corporate Restructuring The number of corporate insolvencies in Germany continues to rise. According to the Institute of the German Economy (IW), the number
Marriage Contract in International Marriages
Ruling of the Berlin Court of Appeal on Immorality Due to Lack of Language Skills Marriages between partners of different nationalities are not uncommon. In
Munich Higher Regional Court on Disinheritance Due to Marriage The freedom to make a will is a highly valued right, but it also has its
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