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Noise terror from air conditioning systems? BGH says: Don't panic!

Introduction: What’s Behind the Ruling? In a recent ruling, the Federal Court of Justice (BGH) has drawn a clear line: The fear …

Didi Hallervorden against Friedrich Merz: Criminal charges for incitement of the people!

Celebrity Feud on the Political Stage: A famous actor versus a high-ranking politician—Didi Hallervorden has filed a criminal complaint against Friedrich Merz. The …

Oktoberfest trademark dispute: Who can market the world's biggest folk festival?

A Conflict Over Beer and Tradition: Oktoberfest is the world’s largest and most famous folk festival, attracting millions of people every year …

"Only yes means yes": France passes new rape law!

A milestone in the fight against sexual violence France has taken a significant step forward in the fight against sexual violence. The French …

Pension taken after death - son must pay back 70,000 euros!

One death, one account—and 20 years of overpaid pension benefits What sounds like a bureaucratic mystery is a bitter reality: A …

Boss wants to cancel the company car? It's not that simple!

Company cars: More than just a set of wheels In Germany, the company car has long been more than just a tool for …

Trademarks above the clouds: ITA Airways brings Aeroitalia to its knees

The dispute over the name: How similar is too similar? When two parties are in conflict, does the third party come out on top? Not in this …

Drama instead of cinema: 400 million dollar lawsuit over "It Ends with Us" fails for the time being

Hollywood stars in legal turmoil—what's going on? Normally, we know Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni from romantic movies or …

Cheating on strawberries can be expensive: Why cheating at the discount store is no fun

Saved a few cents—and suddenly found yourself in the crosshairs of the law. It sounds harmless, almost creative: Someone does something …

Trump's new entry ban: USA closes its doors to millions - human rights activists sound the alarm

Travel ban on twelve countries—and the next political controversy: Donald Trump has done it again. Just a few days after …

Missed your flight? It's your own fault! Why slow security checks do not justify compensation

Too late is too late—even if it’s a close call. Drop off your luggage, then head to security—and suddenly …

Teachers take legal action against constant stress: How one individual could break up the encrusted system of recording working hours

A civil servant on paper, but a slave to overtime in reality? Being a teacher—to many, that still sounds like …

Expensive short trip: EU wants to charge for hand luggage - what holidaymakers need to know now

The EU has introduced new passenger rules - and they could be expensive for holidaymakers. According to a recent decision by EU transport ministers, only one small piece of hand luggage will be allowed on board free…

Speed under control: Why section control is fairer - but is still hardly used in Germany

What is Section Control—and why do many drivers prefer it? Section Control—also known as section-based speed enforcement—…

Trademarks: Why EDEKA and TUI Cruises are at loggerheads over "EDEK.I"

EDEKA Goes Digital – and TUI Takes a Stand They’re known as advocates of fresh, regional products and …

Helping judges from the data cloud: Brandenburg brings artificial intelligence into the courtroom

Less paper, more pixels: The justice system in the digital age What once sounded like science fiction will become a reality in Brandenburg starting this summer: Judges …

Study place only on paper? Why agents can now go away empty-handed

High school diploma in hand—studying medicine abroad? If you want to become a doctor but are daunted by Germany’s strict admission quota …

BGH overturns termination without notice due to missing bank guarantee

If you don't pay a cash security deposit, you're out—but not because of a lack of a guarantor! Tenancy law is often dry, but this ruling brings a breath of fresh air …

Ten seconds too late - and the nightmare begins: when bureaucracy leaves passengers stranded

Vacation's over – Welcome to the German regulatory jungle What sounds like a bad joke was deadly serious for more than 200 …

Failure on the tire? Why German drivers in Italy suddenly have to pay a fine

Winter tires in summer: That can get expensive in Italy Summer vacation is just around the corner, the car is packed – …

When ChatGPT becomes the judge - and the lawyer pays the bill

A hypothetical court case: Lawyer cites a “fictitious” ruling Imagine this: A lawyer files a brief with the court – …

Unauthorized bank charges: How to get your money back - but beware, the clock is ticking!

Banks overcharged customers for years – now the Federal Court of Justice is ruling in their favor For years, many banks and savings banks …

Out because of personal use - even though the landlord still lives with dad!

When property suddenly matters more than people The case sounds like something out of a social drama script, but it is a bitter …

Plagiarism on the chocolate shelf? Aldi under fire for allegedly counterfeit packaging

Oreo or just similar? Mondelez sues Aldi in the U.S. In the U.S. state of Illinois, a sweet dispute is turning into a bitter battle: The …