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Dog tax without a dog: Why a man in Hilden should pay 1,400 euros in dog tax

The Bizarre Story from Hilden: A Man Is Being Asked to Pay Dog Tax—Without Owning a Dog In 2022, …

Science thriller: Munich man sentenced to prison for revenge plagiarism!

A vengeful plan with serious consequences It sounds like something out of a crime novel: A 70-year-old man from Munich fabricates an entire book in order to …

Watch out, would-be lawyers are striking: Counterfeiters lure companies into the trap!

The latest scam: Fraudsters pose as reputable law firms It sounds too good to be true—and …

Ripped off: Munich soldier cheats the Bundeswehr - and gets off lightly

A soldier from Munich has enriched himself with forged medical bills at the expense of the Bundeswehr. But what can he expect? A court ruling with a surprisingly lenient sentence - and a lot of trouble for taxpayers.

Compensation for Wirecard investors: A bitter verdict - What now?

In the billion-dollar fraud involving Wirecard, thousands of investors are hoping to receive compensation for the company’s false promises and manipulated financial statements. But …

Shock accident at Aldi: Woman breaks her thigh - Who is to blame?

What seemed like a harmless shopping trip ended in a dramatic accident for a customer—a fall that resulted in a broken thigh …

Speed camera nightmare on the B148: Thousands of drivers speed - and nobody pays!

Anyone who has driven through Austria on the route from Munich to Linz is surely familiar with them: the many speed cameras that …

Recht 24/7 again at the top: honored by FOCUS Money for highest customer satisfaction for the third time in a row!

A Sign of Continuity and Quality in Legal Advice For the third year in a row, the online law firm Recht 24/7 has …

Scandal at RBB: Green politician demands 1.7 million euros in compensation - a media disaster for the broadcaster!

The case that is currently rocking the political and media world: Stefan Gelbhaar, a former member of the Bundestag for the Green Party, is demanding that Rundfunk Berlin-Brandenburg …

Mistake at Citigroup: How 81 trillion dollars changed hands almost unnoticed

When it comes to finances, small mistakes happen all the time—some are embarrassing, others are just plain odd. But what happens when …

Can my neighbor simply drill holes in my wall? BGH speaks a clear word!

If you live in a terraced house, you have probably already thought about how you could attach your awning or perhaps lay a cable. But what if your neighbor is suddenly standing next to your wall with a drill? Is that…

Files in flux: How a civil servant gambled away his trust

In a shocking decision, the Wiesbaden Administrative Court confirmed the dismissal of a judicial officer from his position as a civil servant. The reason? The civil servant had thrown files into the Fulda in order to…

The tunnel to the dream house: How Wolfgang Porsche divides Salzburg

In the charming city of Salzburg, known for its baroque architecture and picturesque alleyways, a new dispute has flared up over access to a historic villa. Wolfgang Porsche, the Chairman of the Supervisory Board of…

Open 24/7 - vending machine kiosk may also open on Sundays and public holidays!

The days when we had to adhere to fixed opening hours are increasingly becoming a thing of the past. The latest ruling …

Schufa entry without a court ruling: How a BGH ruling protects your rights - 500 euros in compensation

We’ve all been there. A negative entry on your credit report can significantly damage your creditworthiness and limit your financial freedom. But …

Overtime as a primary school principal: what the ruling now means for all teachers

When teachers work beyond their regular hours, misunderstandings often arise—and, above all, unpaid overtime. …

Banks in the interest trap: when the duty to inform is not observed

Consumers, take note! In the future, banks will have to be even clearer and more transparent about their loan agreements—otherwise, it could end up costing them dearly. A …

Fight for the inheritance of life: Widow gets her deceased husband's sperm - a landmark ruling!

The story of a widow who wants to have a child using her late husband's frozen sperm has sparked …

Schumacher family fights on: blackmail gang comes away empty-handed

Wuppertal, February 17, 2025 – The dramatic story of blackmail, a breach of trust, and an unimaginable personal attack continues into the next …

Who is liable when misquotes are spread online? - The responsibility of Facebook and Co.

The question of whether social media platforms can be held responsible for false claims and quotes is becoming increasingly pressing. This is especially true when prominent …

Wine vending machine in the garden? Why it's not just like that - and what you should know about it

Winemaker Barred from Operating Wine Vending Machines in Her Own Garden – Rhineland-Palatinate Higher Administrative Court Issues Clear Ruling The idea of operating a wine vending machine in one’s own …

Lilium goes bust again - Why the air cab start-up is now on the brink of collapse

The drama surrounding Lilium continues: Once again, the promising air taxi company has been forced to file for bankruptcy. How did this dramatic setback come about …

Düsseldorf demands 49,000 euros in damages: How activists blocked the airport and what this means for the future

In the summer of 2023, activists from the "Last Generation" group made headlines when they blockaded Düsseldorf Airport. The plan: to raise awareness for climate protection. The result: airport operations disrupted,…

Künast versus Meta: Does Facebook have to delete false quotes of its own accord?

In the digital age, we are confronted daily with the danger of false information being spread. Memes that go viral with images and false statements are particularly dangerous. One prominent example of the…