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ECJ Overturns OTC Mail-Order Ban: A Revolution in the Pharmaceutical Industry!

ECJ Ruling: A Turning Point for Online Pharmaceutical Sales The European Court of Justice (ECJ) has issued a landmark ruling …

Jun 19, 20262 min read
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Lawsuit Against the Municipality: Travel Expenses Reimbursed After Missed Passport Appointment!

Missed an appointment? The municipality will cover the cost! Have you ever missed an important appointment because your passport wasn't renewed in time? The …

Jun 16, 20263 min read
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A parking trap at the supermarket? Why you might suddenly have to pay 50 euros

Shopping usually only takes ten minutes. Pop in quickly, grab some milk, maybe stop by the pharmacy next door. But days …

May 27, 20265 min read
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Controversy over Oktoberfest: Who gets the coveted festival tents—and is everything being handled fairly?

Oktoberfest is the world’s largest folk festival—millions of visitors, billions in revenue, and massive media attention. But behind the beer mugs and brass band music, things are really heating up. …

May 4, 20263 min read
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Chocolate Shock at the Supermarket: Is There Really Less in the Bar Than We Thought?

The purple cow symbolizes enjoyment, trust—and now, suddenly, controversy. The well-known trademark is facing accusations that …

May 4, 20263 min read
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Design Drama in Court: Who Really Owns This Classic?

A shelf is causing quite a stir—all the way up to the Federal Court of Justice. It’s all about the famous furniture system …

May 4, 20263 min read
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She lived in hiding in Singapore for years—now the Germans are bringing her home

The Wirecard scandal has a new central figure: Brigitte Häuser-Axtner has been extradited. What this means—and why this case is far from over.

May 4, 20264 min read
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ECJ Ruling on Online Casinos: A Delicate Phase Begins for Many Providers

ECJ ruling on online casinos: A delicate phase now begins for many operators The European Court of Justice has issued a ruling …

Apr 20, 20263 min read
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Whale “Timmy” in Court: Why Compassion Alone Does Not Entitle One to Rescue

This story has touched many people. Off the coast of Poel, the humpback whale “Timmy” is fighting for its life, and …

Apr 16, 20264 min read
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Driving for 17 years without a license: A traffic stop on the A3 ends in a rude awakening for the driver

It sounds like a routine traffic stop on the A3 near Passau. But what the police found there …

Apr 16, 20262 min read
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Helene Fischer vs. "Bild": This ruling shows just how costly a false headline can be

Once a false report has been published, it cannot be undone. Because …

Apr 10, 20263 min read
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Capri is taking drastic measures: Anyone who harasses tourists will now face hefty fines

For many, Capri is the epitome of the perfect Italian vacation: sun, sea, rugged cliffs, elegant hotels, and …

Apr 10, 20263 min read
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Check-in takes too long – flight leaves: When travel agencies have to pay

The vacation was just about to begin. But instead of excitement, there was stress, waiting, and at …

Mar 31, 20263 min read
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Parking Scams in Austria: New Law Puts a Stop to the Scheme Involving Trespass Claims

A brief stop, a wrong turn, or parking in a private lot for just a few minutes – …

Mar 31, 20263 min read
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Private school at public expense? Supreme Court takes a hard line

A young woman from Hamburg wanted to launch her career and become a cosmetologist. The path to that goal led through …

Mar 24, 20263 min read
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Airlines in Court: A Particularly Lucrative Carry-On Policy Is Now Under Threat

Low-cost airlines have been making the same promise for years: getting you from A to B as cheaply as possible. The problem often doesn’t arise until after you click on the supposedly low price. That’s when additional…

Mar 24, 20263 min read
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Federal Court of Justice ruling causes a stir: Do policyholders simply have to swallow hidden costs?

People who cancel their life or retirement insurance policies early often receive less money than expected. This regularly leads to …

Mar 20, 20263 min read
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Court in the Spotlight: Witness Exposed by Smart Glasses – Testimony Completely Discredited

A sensational incident rocks a London courtroom: In the middle of an ongoing trial, a witness is suspected of …

Mar 20, 20263 min read
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No Access to the Constitutional Court: Student's Lawsuit Seeking Transparency Fails

A law student seeks access to information—and hits a clear wall. Before the Administrative Court in Karlsruhe, he sought …

Mar 20, 20263 min read
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Court rules against YouTube: A 10-second ad notice just isn't enough

Ads on YouTube are meant to catch the eye—not just flash briefly somewhere so that, legally speaking, they somehow just …

Mar 19, 20263 min read
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Seizure on the tarmac: Ryanair under pressure in Austria over 355 euros

It sounds like a scene from a bad movie: A Ryanair plane lands, and the crew thinks about …

Mar 13, 20263 min read
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This one sentence protects private sellers on classified ad sites—yet many still make the same mistake.

Classifieds is one of the most popular platforms for selling used items. Whether it's furniture, clothing, games, or electronics—a …

Mar 10, 20263 min read
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Driver's license exam manipulated: Court convicts doppelganger fraudster

A case of fraud involving driver's license exams has reached a clear legal conclusion at the Heilbronn Regional Court. …

Mar 6, 20263 min read
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Parking trap in court: ruling stops high fines

Many drivers are familiar with this problem: You park briefly in a private parking lot—and later you find a …

Mar 6, 20263 min read

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