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9,150 euros for five photos: Sharing without permission can be expensive
The EUR 9,150 for five photos clearly shows what amounts are realistically involved in advertising use without permission.
2,875 euros for two photos: Reasonable remuneration for unauthorized use
2,875 euros for two photos: A court shows how the remuneration for unauthorized use of images is objectively assessed.
1,500 euros for two photos: court determines appropriate remuneration
1,500 euros for two photos: A court shows how image use on foreign websites is objectively assessed and remunerated.
Trademark law & sports: When identity becomes a brand
From athlete to brand: When names and trademarks are protectable, how well-known brand protection works and why licenses secure brand value.
Have Google reviews deleted
Legal basis, requirements and current case law on negative Google reviews.
Nice Classification 2026: What’s changing – and which brands it applies to
From January 1, 2026, NCL 13 will apply: Classes change, old directories no longer fit. What this means for DPMA, EU and Madrid trade marks.
Important legal changes in 2026 in employment, competition and civil procedure law
Numerous legal changes will come into force at the turn of the year 2025/2026. This article provides an overview.
Twitter trademark dispute: Operation Bluebird against X Corp.
Operation Bluebird wants to withdraw the “Twitter” and “Tweet” brands from X. What “abandonment” and “residual goodwill” mean for rebrandings.
Voucher advertising for prescription medicines: What is (still) allowed – and what is not
BGH clarifies: Vouchers and bonuses for prescription medicines are not permitted. What is permitted – and what the ECJ is now clarifying.