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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 …
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 – …
Focus Money Award for Highest Customer Satisfaction for the Fourth Consecutive Year
Recht 24/7 at the top again: Honored by Focus Money for the fourth time in a row for highest customer satisfaction! You know …
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 …
Termination Becomes a Cost Trap: New Ruling Puts Companies at Risk of Losing Millions
When a procedural error suddenly becomes very costly A recent ruling by the Federal Labor Court is causing concern …
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…
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
ECJ puts the brakes on church employers: Leaving the church is not grounds for termination
The case from Wiesbaden shows how quickly a personal decision can escalate into a major dispute over principles. A social worker had been working for many years …
20-euro fine – Students strike against conscription anyway
At Eschbach High School in Stuttgart, it is currently becoming clear just how quickly political protest can take a toll on everyday school life …
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 …
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 …
Reporting sick with a click—and suddenly losing your job? This ruling is causing a stir.
A few taps on your smartphone, a short questionnaire—and your sick leave form is already in your inbox. For …
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. …
Recht 24/7 receives ISO 27001 certification: A milestone in information security!
A New Standard in Information Security Recht 24/7 has taken a significant step toward achieving excellence in information security: The renowned law firm …
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 …
Money from FC Bayern: Munich Mayor Reiter must explain secondary employment
The controversy surrounding Munich Mayor Dieter Reiter and his role at FC Bayern is taking a …
Court stops employer: Postman allowed to start earlier again – and receives almost €15,000
An unusual dispute over working hours has caused a stir in the UK. A mail carrier was suddenly allowed …
Court puts brakes on WhatsApp: Data transfer to Facebook not permitted in Germany
A ruling from Berlin is causing a stir in the data protection dispute between consumer advocates and tech companies. The Berlin Regional Court II …
New SCHUFA score from March 17: Consumers can calculate their creditworthiness themselves for the first time
There has been much speculation about the rules Schufa uses to determine its credit ratings. Starting March 17, 2026, this will …
2.6 billion euros in Bitcoin: Saxony's biggest financial thriller in court
As reported by MDR, a high-stakes trial has begun in Leipzig. It …
PayPal shock in the mailbox: Why lawyers are suddenly demanding money—even though no one has ordered anything
More and more PayPal customers can't believe their eyes: a letter from a lawyer, a reminder, a payment demand. The …
