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BGH: Upcoming landmark decision regarding the repayment of lost online sports betting stakes
In recent years, providers of online gambling and online sports betting have been increasingly exposed to a flood of lawsuits from (former) players seeking the repayment of lost gambling or betting stakes. This is due to the fact that under the old German Gambling Treaty (Glücksspielstaatsvertrag, GlüstV), which was in force until 2021, it was […]
MEHRASD. DIGITAL SOLUTIONS and ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN pioneer the implementation of Witnium’s Digital Witness Technology
Frankfurt, Germany – 06/25/2024 – In a first step, ASD. DIGITAL SOLUTIONS GmbH, a provider of legal tech solutions, and ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN, a leading full-service law firm in the German legal market, have entered into a strategic partnership with Witnium Technologies, setting new standards in the legal tech industry. Through this collaboration, Witnium’s innovative […]
MEHRASD|SPORTS provides expert opinion on legal framework for the new German Centre for Safe Sport (ZfSS)
ASD|SPORTS has prepared an expert opinion for the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) and Athletes Germany on the legal and organizational framework for the new independent Centre for Safe Sport (ZfSS). A key component of the work was also the development of a Safe Sport Code (SSC), which is to serve as the basis for […]
MEHRGerman trademark “MVP” canceled due to lack of distinctiveness
In Germany, waves of warning letters have become a nuisance to which SMEs in particular are exposed. Traditional infringements of competition law, such as sanctioned formal defects, have often been the target of warning letters. Now that the legislator has raised the hurdles for warnings under competition and copyright law, new areas are increasingly being […]
MEHRSybille Rexer appointed as “Secretary of the Aviation Law Committee”
We are very pleased with the International Bar Association‘s appointment of Sybille Rexer as Secretary of the Aviation Law Committee. The Aviation Law Committee is concerned with several major areas of law. Aircraft transactions and financing are always a major interest. The Committee also follows developments of international law with respect to airlines in both […]
MEHRASD supports the „Sports Law Arbitration Moot (SLAM) 2024“
We are proud to announce that we support the 5th edition of the “Sports Law Arbitration Moot (SLAM)”. The SLAM Grand Finals will take place on 12-13 April 2024 at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (“CAS”) in Lausanne, Switzerland. The „SLAM“ is a student moot competition, organised by the renowned international sports law network […]
MEHRNew movement in online gambling mass proceedings: BGH suspends appeal proceedings
Companies and courts in Germany have been increasingly confronted with so-called “mass proceedings” in recent years. In addition to claims for damages from consumers in the so-called “diesel emissions scandal”, in the context of flight delays or “data leaks”, which have also attracted a great deal of attention beyond the legal community, the recovery of […]
MEHRASD RECEIVES “TRANSPORTATION – SHIPPING LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR” AWARD FROM WWL
We are delighted to announce that we have won the prestigious WWL Award for “Transportation – Shipping Law Firm of the Year”! Jan Dreyer and Katja Brecke had the honour of accepting the award at the gala event. It was a remarkable evening and we feel privileged to have been recognised among a large number […]
MEHREU General Court denies interim EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework halt
The European Union General Court has rendered a verdict against interim measures aimed at suspending the enactment of the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework. This decision ensued from the petition filed by Philippe Latombe, a Member of the European Parliament from France, contesting the transfer agreement and the ensuing adequacy decision. The court has posited that […]
MEHRThomas Hertl appointed to the Anti-Counterfeiting Committee of the INTA
We are pleased to announce that our partner Thomas Hertl was recently elected to the Anti Counterfeiting Committee of the International Trademark Association (INTA). “This appointment is not only a great honour for me, but also an exciting opportunity to contribute my passion and expertise in combating product piracy on an international level,” states Thomas […]
MEHRSafe inclusion of general forwarder’s terms and conditions in transport sector
Terms and conditions There are many general terms and conditions in the transport, forwarding and logistics sector. The following are some of the better known and common sets of conditions for the general sector: ADSp 2003/2016/2017; General Conditions for logistical services (Logistics GTC 2019 or Logistik-AGB 2019); German Transport and Storage Conditions (DTLB 2015); and […]
MEHRHow should transport providers navigate the approval jungle?
There are now many licences that determine the everyday life of transport, forwarding and logistics service providers. Whether it be the Authorized Economic Operator, the holder of the community licence, the German transport permit (GüKG permits), the status as a regulated agent under air security law or any other public controlled status, the requirements are […]
MEHRWorking paper on the legal framework on shippassenger rights in antarctic waters
The Passenger Rights sub-committee of the CMI International Working Group on Polar Shipping proposed the researching and writing of a preliminary report on the legal position of passengers´ rights in Arctic and Antarctic shipping. This report consists of a preliminary study and compilation of materials addressing passenger rights in cruise shipping in Antarctic waters against […]
MEHRNATO Air Force Exercises „Air Defender” and its Impact on the Civilian Air Traffic
The major NATO exercise “Air Defender 2023” from 12 to 23 June 2023 will be the largest exercise for air warfare operations to date since NATO came into existence, according to Deutsche Bundeswehr. According to Bundeswehr, a total of 10,000 soldiersfrom 25 nations with more than 220 aircraft will take part in this drill – […]
MEHRRegional airports and EU State aid – new twists in a difficult relationship
Few economic operators provide so many and diverse State aid cases as regional airports do. Some recent decisions add further aspects to this area of law. Recently, the Court of Justice of the European Union partially annulled a decision of the European Commission, which approved State aid in favor of a regional airport in Romania. […]
MEHRTop ranking for ASD in the Chambers Europe Guide 2023
We proudly announce that ASD has been top ranked in the latest Chambers Europe Guide 2023: Band 1 in “Transport Shipping”. In this area, our Partners Dr. Marco Remiorz, Prof. Dr. Dieter Schwampe and Dr. Jan Dreyer were recognized as leading figures. According to chambers our firm has emerged as a market leader and one […]
MEHRA blocking order against an access provider not responsible under Sec. 8-10 TMG of Internet pages of a foreign online gambling provider is inadmissible
A blocking order against an access provider not responsible under Sec. 8-10 TMG of Internet pages of a foreign online gambling provider is inadmissible – OVG Rheinland-Pfalz, Decision of 31.01.2023 (6 B 11175/22): There is no legal basis for the blocking of websites of a foreign online gambling provider ordered against access providers if the […]
MEHRDefence strategy against the wave of litigation in online gambling
In recent years, providers of online gambling services have been confronted with an unprecedented wave of lawsuits in Germany and elsewhere. This has resulted in numerous judgments, mostly to the detriment of the gambling providers. Many companies were among those affected by this wave of lawsuits and were ordered by the courts to repay stakes […]
MEHRNew webinar series “Baltic Sea Offshore & Energy Forum
We are happy to announce that law firms ASD, Bech-Bruun, HPP, Setterwalls, TGS Baltic and WKB will jointly offer webinars to the offshore and energy industry under the heading “Baltic Sea Offshore & Energy Forum”. The six top tier law firms from Germany, Denmark, Finland, Sweden, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland will provide information and […]
MEHRThe Legal 500 – ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN again with top rankings
The Legal 500 has announced its results. The Transport Law practice and the Maritime Business Law team maintained their top positions. In addition, 6 colleagues received special commendations and 19 ASD lawyers were recommended. The Tier 1 Transport Law list of leading lawyers includes Holger Bürskens and Dr Marco Remiorz; Next Generation Lawyer is Carsten […]
MEHRThe Federal Labour Court delivers its reasoned decision: Yes, employers have a legal duty to fully record their employees’ working hours!
On 3 December 2022, the Federal Labour Court (“BAG”) published its long-awaited reasons on what was probably the most important and sensational decision of the past year (BAG, decision of 13 September 2022 – Ref.: 1 ABR 22/21). The press release of the aforementioned decision had already caused a furore among labour lawyers, employers’ associations […]
MEHRASD|SPORTS awarded as top law firm for sports law
We are very pleased that German business weekly Wirtschaftswoche for the first time lists our ASD|SPORTS team as a “Top Law Firm 2023” and our colleague Alexander Engelhard as a “Top Lawyer 2023” in sports law. ASD|SPORTS is one of the few full-service law firms in the market that provides comprehensive legal advice to the […]
MEHRARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN is sponsor of the 5th Legal 500 GC Powerlist Event 2023 in Frankfurt
After an absence of three years, The Legal 500 returned to Frankfurt on Thursday evening, 26 January, to celebrate the launch of the GC Powerlist Germany 2023. This edition — already the fifth in the series — was the largest to date, with more than 130 of the most renowned general counsel, heads of legal […]
MEHRARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN appoints lawyers Jan-Niklaas Brons and Oliver Behrendt as partners
Hamburg / Leer, 26 January 2023 —The commercial law firm ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN has admitted Jan-Niklaas Brons from Hamburg / Leer and Oliver Behrendt from Hamburg to the partnership with effect from 1 January 2023. Both lawyers have contributed to ASD’s continuous growth in recent years with great commitment. Jan-Niklaas-Brons joined ASD in 2016 and […]
MEHRaireg gains law firm ASD as new member
Hamburg and Berlin, 20 December 2022 — The commercial law firm ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN (“ASD”) with more than 150 lawyers, notaries and tax advisors has joined the Aviation Initiative for Renewable Energy in Germany (“aireg”). ASD, as one of the leading German law firms with offices in Frankfurt, Munich, Hamburg, Berlin, Leer and Dresden, is […]
MEHRAlexander Engelhard Appointed as Arbitrator to Sport Resolutions’ Independent Tribunal for 2022 Davis Cup
We are delighted to announce that our counsel and Head of Sport Alexander Engelhard has been appointed to serve as an arbitrator on the ad hoc Independent Tribunal in charge of dispute resolution at the 2022 Davis Cup Finals in Malaga, Spain, held between 22 November – 27 November. Alexander is a leading advocate in […]
MEHRPayments to the operator of an illegal online gambling game can be reclaimed
Payments to the operator of an illegal online gambling game can be reclaimed — is a wave of lawsuits now threatening operators? – LG Köln, Urt. v. 19.10.2021 (16 O 614/20): In principle, the operation of online gambling in Germany requires the permission of a German authority. In the absence of such a permit, operators […]
MEHRNo right of initiative of the works council in the introduction of a working time recording system in the enterprise
No right of initiative of the works council in the introduction of a working time recording system in the enterprise – does this also mean: direct obligation to introduce a working time recording system for all, or not after all? On 13 September 2022, the Federal Labour Court (Bundesarbeitsgericht, BAG) ruled in a decision (1 ABR 22/21) […]
MEHRWhere is the “airport of destination” under the Montreal Convention?
Facts The plaintiff booked a flight online from Hahn, Germany, to Naples, Italy, and back after four days in Naples. After the first flight, she claimed that her baggage had been damaged. Upon her return, she filed a legal action with the Simmern Local Court (the legal venue at the airport of departure), claiming compensation […]
MEHRAdministrative court rules on reimbursement of cost of repatriation flights due to covid-19
Following the outbreak of the covid-19 pandemic, the commercial flight system lapsed and European states organised flights to repatriate their citizens. Passengers were informed that they would have to pay part of the cost for such repatriation, and signed a letter of confirmation to this effect. The Federal Republic of Germany subsequently asked passengers to […]
MEHRAdaption requires as of August – what will change as a result oft he „new“ Verification Act.
Or also: Welcome to the digital age, Germany 2022… The transposition of an EU directive into German law leads to a need for action for employ ers. The Verification Act (aptly called the „Paper Act“ by the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung) means that future employment contracts will have to be drafted differently than before—in any case, […]
MEHROLG Cologne: Damage compensation for late provision of information under data protection law
In a recently published ruling, the Cologne Higher Regional Court (OLG) decided that data subjects may be entitled to damages if the requested information under data protection law is provided late. Previously, only lower courts had allowed claims for damage compensation under Article 82 of the GDPR. Other higher regional courts had only commented on […]
MEHRFine of millions against VW
In a press release published on July 26, 2022, the Lower Saxony State Commissioner for Data Protection announced that a fine of 1.1 million euros had been imposed on VW due to several data protection violations. The violations were noticed during a routine traffic check in Salzburg, Austria, in 2019. While inspecting the test vehicle, […]
MEHRARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN advises on the foundation of NeoCargo AG
ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN comprehensively advised NeoCargo AG on its foundation and subsequent capital increase. NeoCargo AG aims to develop digital solutions specifically for medium-sized companies in the transport industry. From the outset, medium-sized forwarding companies will be closely linked to the new company as investors and shareholders. In this way, the young company wants to […]
MEHRDecision on automated reimbursement of claims under EU Flight Compensation Regulation
The German Conference of Consumer Protection Ministers took place in Weimar, Germany, from 15 June 2022 to 17 June 2022. Agenda item No. 42 dealt with the possibility of automating air passenger complaints due to persistent deficiencies in the practical implementation of the EU Flight Compensation Regulation. The item resulted in a resolution, which: reemphasised […]
MEHRCurrie & Brown acquires Alba Projektmanagement GmbH
Schahin Haghani has advised Currie & Brown on the acquisition of alba Bau | Projekt Management GmbH, the German project and construction management subsidiary of UBM Development. Currie & Brown is a global leader in asset management and construction advisory services with 2,100 employees worldwide. With this acquisition, Currie & Brown expands its presence in […]
MEHRBeware of what you post: aviation security assistant licence revoked for extreme political views
Facts The plaintiff worked for a ground handling company at an airport. He worked in a secured area, responsible for the screening of airfreight and establishing the security status of consignments for carriage on aircraft in connection with EC Regulation 300/2008 and EU Regulation 185/2010. The competent local authority (the defendant) determined that the plaintiff […]
MEHRRoad haulage company transport manager: too much responsibility, too little salary
Facts A road haulage company needed a transport manager. The formal requirements for this position are quite straightforward – training as a freight forwarding merchant could be sufficient. Since the transport manager role probably did not fully utilise the employee hired for this position, the road haulage company decided to allocate additional responsibility to him […]
MEHRAirports must help aircraft land safely
Facts In a recent case, the parties were in dispute about compensation claims under EC Regulation 261/2004. The plaintiff had booked a flight from Dortmund to Krakow with the defendant. Due to heavy fog at the destination airport, the flight could not be operated. The airport did not have the necessary equipment to help the […]
MEHRNew VAT stipulations for carriers in connection with import and export of goods to and from Germany
Since 1 January 2022, the following applies due to updates to the VAT system directive: Transport from Germany to third countries is only exempt from VAT within the framework of a business relationship between the consignor and the first carrier or the shipper and the third party. ECJ case A shipper placed an order with […]
MEHRGuidance from the Conference of Independent Data Protection Authorities of the Federal Government and the States
In its guidance of March 24, 2022, the Conference of Data Protection Authorities stated that controllers offering goods or services in online commerce must generally provide their customers with a guest account- i.e., for placing an order – regardless of whether they also provide them with an ongoing account. This means that it must be […]
MEHREU Sanctions on Russia: Presentation by Dr Maximilian Guth at the IUMI Spring Meeting 2022
On Thursday 31 March 2022, ASD insurance expert Dr Maximilian Guth gave a presentation on “EU Sanctions against Russia” at the annual “Spring Meeting” of the “International Union of Marine Insurance” (“IUMI”). In his presentation, Dr Guth described the current sanctions situation against the background of the situation in Ukraine. In detail, he presented the […]
MEHRSebastian Jungermann publishes the German chapter in the renowned book “The Private Competition Enforcement Review”.
Sebastian Jungermann publishes a new contribution on private enforcement of antitrust law in Germany in the renowned book “The Private Competition Enforcement Review”. The work provides a useful overview of the framework for private actions for violations of competition and antitrust laws in major jurisdictions around the world. With a focus on recent developments, it […]
MEHRDrone regulation: What basic rules govern the operation of drones in Germany?
The operation of drones in German airspace is regulated by national law and by EU legislation, namely Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/947 of 24 May 2019 on the rules and procedures for the operation of unmanned aircraft (Regulation 2019/947), which has been applicable since 31 December 2020 in all EU member states. On 6 May 2021, […]
MEHRPersonal rights in advertising
The members of the MARQUES copyright team organised a workshop on rights clearance in advertising campaigns on 10 March 2022 as part of the MARQUES Spring Meeting held at the Hilton Barcelona. The workshop covered various topics relevant in this context, including personality rights, music and fictional works/characters. The speakers emphasised that due to the […]
MEHRBetter count twice before loading – cabotage is limited to three part load shipments
This FactsThe plaintiff was a Polish haulage company that transported goods within Germany. The plaintiff consolidated the shipments of various customers and different destinations. After three runs, its truck would leave Germany and come back to start again. The defendant was the Federal Office for Goods Transport. From its point of view, the plaintiff had […]
MEHRASD forms task force on sanctions against Russia
The Russian attack on Ukraine has brought war back to Europe. The reactions of Germany and the European Union consist of an unprecedented package of measures. In addition to numerous foreign and security policy measures, the European Union has also imposed comprehensive economic sanctions against Russia. As part of this, the sanctions against Russia, which […]
MEHRThe Legal 500 – ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN again with top results
The Legal 500 has announced its results. The Transport Law practice and the Maritime Business Law team were able to maintain their top positions. In addition, 4 colleagues were given very special awards by Legal 500 and 22 ASD lawyers were recommended. In the list of leading lawyers, Tier 1 Transport Law includes Holger Bürskens […]
MEHRLiability of influencers for labelling violations
The Regional Court of Cologne has made a decision on influencer advertising. The proceedings were not directed against an influencer herself, but against her agency, which managed profiles on social media. Several posts were published on a 2 million followers account showing the influencer in various items of clothing. The profiles of the manufacturers of […]
MEHRNew contract law for sale of digital products to consumers
The German legislature has implemented two EU directives into German law: the EU Sale of Goods Directive; and the EU Digital Content and Services Directive. The implementation of the EU Digital Content and Services Directive introduces a quasi-new comprehensive contract law for the provision of digital products to consumers in sections 327 to 327u of […]
MEHRDo’s and don’ts of influencer marketing
In the age of social media, it is hard to imagine the everyday life of Internet users without influencer marketing. Influencers are people with a large Internet reach, often including celebrities, who serve a specific target group with their posts and have many followers and fans; in other words, people who are also trusted. However, […]
MEHRFederal Court of Justice: No general reduction of commercial rent during lockdown
The Twelfth Civil Senate of the Federal Court of Justice (BGH) today (January 12, 2022) announced a decision (XII ZR 8/21) on the obligation of commercial tenants to pay rent in the event of Corona-related closures. According to the ruling, tenants are in principle entitled to reduce the rent in the event of pandemic-related closures, […]
MEHRDespite reform, no change in national legislation on the fortification of foods with vitamins and minerals
Not only since the Corona pandemic have foods that promise consumers health benefits due to their ingredients enjoyed particular popularity. A conscious, healthy diet has been part of many people’s daily routine for years. If the regular diet alone does not provide enough vitamins, or if there is an increased need for example due to […]
MEHRFailure to Enable Storage of General Terms and Conditions in Online Shop Represents an Infringement of Unfair Trade and Competition Law
Not least as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the sale of goods via online stores is currently experiencing a tremendous upswing. While this was previously mainly the domain of large mail order companies, more and more small and medium-sized enterprises are now expanding their sales channels to the Internet. However, various legal requirements must […]
MEHRNo monetary compensation for heirs in the event of infringement of personality rights
The German Federal Court of Justice (BGH) recently ruled, in a consistent continuation and confirmation of its previous case law, that a claim for monetary compensation for violation of the general right of personality is in principle not inheritable. Former German Chancellor Helmut Kohl had sued two journalists and a publishing house for publishing a […]
MEHRCoalition agreement 2021-2025 of the new government – implications for air and space traffic
The coalition agreement presented on 24 November 2021 between the governing parties SPD, BÜNDNIS90/DIE GRÜNEN and FDP provides for changes in the following points for the aerospace sector: 1. Economy The independence of the national space programmes and the European Space Agency is to be preserved and strengthened as a national technology of the future. […]
MEHRIndefinite demand for contributions to development costs is unconstitutional
In its decision of 24 November 2021 (Case No. 1 BvL 1/19), the Federal Constitutional Court (Bundesverfassungsgericht) declared unconstitutional a provision of the Rhineland-Palatinate Municipal Fees Act (Kommunalabgabengesetz Rheinland-Pfalz), according to which development cost contributions can be levied retroactively on residents for an unlimited period of time. According to the court, property owners must not […]
MEHRARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN and Prof. Dr. Dieter Schwampe awarded by WirtschaftsWoche in the insurance law category.
WirtschaftsWoche has named ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN as a top law firm in insurance law in 2021. Prof. Dr. Dieter Schwampe, partner of the law firm in Hamburg, was also named top lawyer in insurance law. The commercial law firm ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN is one of the best law firms in Germany in the field of […]
MEHRFederal Administrative Court (BVerwG) declares Berlin’s practice of pre-emption rights to be inadmissible
In a ruling on Tuesday (BVerwG, ruling of 09.11.2021 – 4 C 1.20), the Federal Administrative Court denied the exercise of the pre-emptive right by the State of Berlin for a property located within a “social preservation statute” (Soziale Erhaltungssatzung), also known as the milieu protection ordinance (“Millieuschutzsatzung”). The court justified its decision by stating […]
MEHRInternational Maritime Law Newsletter: Legal Issues in Maritime Law
The International Maritime Law (IMLS) seminar on maritime law, in which ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN regularly participates, was cancelled this year due to the pandemic. It is scheduled to take place again in Singapore on 2 June 2022. The IMLS seminar in London is also scheduled to return next year and will be held at Merchant […]
MEHRThomas Hertl appointed to the Right of Publicity Committee of INTA
Thomas Hertl has been appointed to the Right of Publicity Committee of the International Trademark Association (INTA) for the 2022–2023 term. The committee develops and advocates the Association’s policy regarding the right of publicity. It will monitor developments in treaties, case law, legislation and implementation in various jurisdictions, complete analyses and propose policy recommendations to […]
MEHRGerman Federal Fiscal Court verdict on shareholder or group loans
The amount of interest for a shareholder or group loan repeatedly leads to discussions with the tax authorities. Now the Federal Fiscal Court (Bundesfinanzhof, BFH) has provided clarity (decision of 18 May 2021, I R 4/17): Interest on loans must be calculated according to the so-called arm’s length principle, i.e. interest on loans is only […]
MEHRNo obligation to pay remuneration for “mini-jobbers” despite business closure due to pandemic – First “Corona” ruling of the Federal Labour Court of 13 October 2021
In its judgement of 13 October 2021, the Federal Labour Court (Bundesarbeitsgericht – BAG) ruled that marginally employed workers, so-called “mini-jobbers”, are not entitled to a default of acceptance wage even in the case of a pandemic-related business closure, as the employer does not bear the risk of the loss of work. While the two […]
MEHR150 participants at the ASD|REAL ESTATE reception for EXPO REAL on 11 October 2021
ASD Real Estate invited to a reception at the Haus im Tal in Munich on the first day of the EXPO REAL trade fair; 150 participants came for drinks and finger food and were pleased that they could finally meet in person again after 2 years. It was the first EXPO REAL under Corona conditions: […]
MEHRFiona Trabold and Lea Pauli in an interview with Talent Rocket about our Summer School
Fiona Trabold joined the firm in 2018. She works in the IP area with a focus on food and cosmetics law and is part of the ASD Sports Group. As a mentor and co-organiser, she also supports the firm’s internship programme: the ASD|SUMMER SCHOOL. This offers law students from the 4th semester onwards the opportunity to […]
MEHRARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN strengthens its Real Estate practice group with two new hires
Frankfurt, 20.10.2021 – In October, lawyer Sven Ludwig joined the Frankfurt office of ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN as Salary Partner and lawyer Yvonne Spatz as Counsel. Both will strengthen the firm’s Real Estate practice group and specialise in the Public sector; Sven Ludwig will also strengthen the Sports sector. Sven Ludwig (49), whose advisory focus is […]
MEHRThe new Company Modernisation Act at a glance
The Works Constitution Act has changed. On 18 June 2021, the Works Council Modernisation Act (Betriebsrätemodernisierungsgesetz – BReModG) i came into force. The Act significantly changes the framework conditions for works council work. These include a new right of co-determination on mobile working, the permanent possibility of online works council meetings and better protection against […]
MEHRBest Lawyers 2021: Handelsblatt awards 21 lawyers from ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN
The Handelsblatt has awarded the best lawyers and law firms in Germany and ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN is again among them with numerous lawyers. Olaf Hartenstein was named Lawyer of the Year 2021 for his outstanding reputation in traffic law. We congratulate these lawyers from our firm: Real Estate Law: Dr. Maximilian Gutsche, Georg Arnecke, Thomas […]
MEHRARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN supports the Rheingau Music Festival 2021
The Rheingau Music Festival is finally allowed to stage concerts again. ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN has supported the festival for many years and invited selected guests to a top-class event at Schloss Johannisberg on July 9th 2021: The exceptional artists Kathia and Gvantsa Buniatishvili were guests and interpreted compositions by Brahms, Liszt, Schubert and Gershwin on […]
MEHRSix per cent tax interest is unconstitutional since 2014
The Federal Constitutional Court has ruled that the nationwide regulation for full interest on tax claims, which has been in effect since 2014, at the rate of 6% per year, is unconstitutional due to the low-interest phase. It is already foreseeable that the ruling will have a negative impact on the public budget. The interest […]
MEHRBAFIN APPLIES ESMA GUIDELINES FOR MARKETING ADVERTISEMENTS
Yesterday BaFin announced that it will apply the ESMA guidelines on marketing advertisements in its administrative practice. The guidelines were published in the German translation on 02/08/2021 and, according to the EU Commission, will apply six months after the publication of the translation in all official languages, i.e. on 02/02/2022. BaFin now seems to prefer […]
MEHRAre you still receiving telefax letters? According to the Bremen Data Protection Authority a fax is not data protection compliant.
Whereas a few years ago a fax was still considered a relatively secure method for transmitting even sensitive personal data, this situation has changed fundamentally. The core of the problem is “the other side”: Senders can never be sure what technology is being used on the receiving end. The real fax machine has meanwhile been […]
MEHRARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN advises the SODEXO Group on its Sale of SODEXO’s Education Catering Segment to the CERTINA Group
Following a comprehensive analysis of Sodexo’s business portfolio in the German market, the global catering and facility management company has decided to focus on the Corporate Services, Healthcare and Seniors segments in the future. In Germany, Corporate Services is responsible for a large part of the turnover. Now the CERTINA Group has acquired Sodexo SCS, […]
MEHRThe European Commission has published new standard contractual clauses for international personal data transfers
Transfers of personal data (or personal information) from the European Union (“EU”) to countries that are not members of the European Economic Erea (“EEA”), i.e. EU plus Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein may in principle take place only, when there is an adequate level of protection to the fundamental rights of individuals (data subjects) for protection. […]
MEHRCorona and employment law – important questions and practical information
The spread of the Corona virus is a particularly great challenge for employers. In a special report issued by the haulage consulting company DIE SPEDITIONS-BERATER, the lawyers Anne Nolde and Marei Nohlen provide an overview of the rights and duties of employers in connection with the Corona virus. Here you can read the complete special report (in German). The authors begin […]
MEHRASD|COMPLIANCE – change in insolvency law
At the beginning of this year there was an important change in the provisions of insolvency law. The amendments to the statutory provisions create a wide range of requirements for business enterprises. In particular, specific protective measures and obligations must be complied with. Any violations can lead to compensation risks and also the risk of […]
MEHRARS – Art and Culture by ASD – web magazine about the Magnetic North exhibition
The exhibition “Magnetic North. Imagining Canada in Painting 1910-1940” in the Schirn Kunsthalle Frankfurt brings Canadian Modernism to Europe for the first time. At the centre of the exhibition is the art which has arisen around the “Group of Seven”. The extensive exhibition in the SCHIRN shows about 80 paintings, 40 sketches, photographs, films and […]
MEHRNew compliance requirements for business companies resulting from the coming Whistleblower Protection Act
We would like to provide information about the new German Whistleblower Protection Act which will be introduced at the end of 2021 and the obligations and risks which it entails. There are a variety of requirements for business companies. In particular, specific protective measures and obligations must be complied with. Any violations can lead to […]
MEHRBrexit – client information on employment law changes and restrictions
The withdrawal of the United Kingdom (UK) from the EU leads to far-reaching changes and restrictions under employment law for future business trips or for long-term vocational deployment of UK citizens to Germany and German citizens to the UK. As from 1 January 2021, UK citizens are no longer treated as EU citizens but as […]
MEHRAir freight and logistics are ready for world-wide vaccine distribution
Global vaccine logistics represents a major challenge for air freight and logistics. There is a reason why vaccine logistics is considered the supreme discipline of pharmaceutical logistics. At the Forum Vaccine Logistics of the Aircargo Club Germany, experts from the air freight and logistics industry discuss how this challenge can be mastered, what must be […]
MEHRBest of Legal Award 2021 – ASD takes second place in the category ‘New products & services’
At the Best of Legal Awards 2021 sponsored by the trade magazine Wirtschaftswoche, ASD takes second place in the category ‘New products & services’, with the lawyers Ulrich Steppler and Katja H. Brecke, for the solution justclaims.eu and the spin-off company Claims Handling Solutions GmbH (CHS). The award was presented live at a streaming event on 23 […]
MEHRSubsidised temporary layoffs reduce the employee’s holiday entitlement – according to a ruling of the Regional Labour Court of Düsseldorf of 12.03.2012
The Regional Labour Court (LAG) of Düsseldorf issued a ruling on 12.03.2021 which stated that subsidised temporary layoffs on partial pay reduce the holiday entitlement under Section 1 of the Federal Holiday Act (Bundesurlaubsgesetz, BUrlG). For every full month of subsidised temporary layoff, the court ruled that the holiday entitlement must be reduced by 1/12. […]
MEHRASD represents the road haulage association ELVIS in the truck cartel case
Source: dpa Stuttgart – Daimler is faced with additional claims for millions in compensation for its role in the truck cartel scheme. The road haulage association ELVIS wants to enforce claims for about EUR 160 million, including interest, at the District Court of Stuttgart, as the German press agency dpa learned from the lawyer Prof. […]
MEHRDr. Sebastian Jungermann moves to ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN from Arnold & Porter
The well-known antitrust lawyer Dr. Sebastian Jungermann is joining ASD on 1 February 2021 to strengthen our antitrust law Practice Group as an equity partner in our office in Frankfurt. Jungermann advises national and international business companies and private persons in complex antitrust cases, merger control proceedings, transactions and legal disputes in antitrust and company […]
MEHRARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN at the Capital Link German Maritime Forum on 28 January 2021
“German Shipping – Prospects in a Rapidly Changing World” Dr. Jan Dreyer, a partner and expert on the maritime industry at ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN, moderated the panel “Transitioning from KG to a new project & asset management model in shipping finance” from 17.35-18.15 hrs on 28 January 2021 at Capital Link’s German Maritime Forum. He […]
MEHRARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN awarded TOP law firm in Germany for insurance law
The commercial law firm ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN counts among the best law firms in Germany in the area of insurance law as researched by the WirtschaftsWoche in cooperation with the Handelsblatt Research Institute. The firm was named “TOP Law Firm 2020″ by the WirtschaftsWoche in the category of insurance law. In addition, the head of […]
MEHRPHARMACEUTICAL VACCINE LOGISTICS
BioNTech / Pfizer, AstraZeneca and Moderna are among the first pharmaceutical companies which will supply vaccines against the SARS-CoV-2 virus to the European market. On 16 November the German national government and the federal states issued a “National Vaccination Strategy for Covid-19” which stipulates that the vaccines should be offered in central vaccine centres. The […]
MEHRConstruction project worth billions in Dresden: ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN advises on financing for GERCHGROUP
Dresden / Frankfurt / Munich, 24. Nov 2020 – GERCHGROUP AG, a Germany-wide project developer based in Düsseldorf, has purchased a site in Dresden close to the Semper Opera, the Zwinger and the Frauenkirche and plans to develop a new quarter there. The financing of the multi-billion “Quartiere am Blüherpark” project has been secured, with […]
MEHROverview of the Corona business support measures: (New) grants as well as extension of existing measures
Due to the dynamic developments surrounding the Corona crisis and the changing needs of applicants, the government support programmes as well as other federal measures are subject to constant development. The renewed temporary closure of individual sectors to contain the Corona pandemic in Germany is hitting many companies, self-employed persons, associations and institutions hard. In […]
MEHRARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN accepts three lawyers into partnership and appoints four new salary partners
Frankfurt / Munich / Hamburg, 22.10.2020 – With effect from 1 January 2021 the international commercial law firm ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN, with about 160 lawyers, notaries and tax consultants, accepts Dr. Carolin Schilling-Schulz from Hamburg and Simon Kopp and Alexander Thiermann from Munich as partners. Over the last few years all three lawyers have shown a […]
MEHRInvitation to our fourth EXEQTIVE LOUNGE of the ASD|TRANSPORTATION/AVIATION/LOGISTICS practice group together with BARIG
The WireCard insolvency and its impact on airline payment schemes The corona pandemic causes an unprecedented threat for the airline industry and now a major player in the field of payment services had to file for insolvency and shook up the industry even more. Our payment and insolvency experts Claudia Hamm and Christine Kranich will […]
MEHRHandelsblatt honours Prof. Dr. Dieter Schwampe as the “Lawyer of the Year” – 28 other ASD lawyers are also successful
Düsseldorf / Munich 25.06.2020 Handelsblatt honours Prof. Dr. Dieter Schwampe as the “Lawyer of the Year” – 28 other ASD lawyers are also successful This year, 29 lawyers from the commercial law firm ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN were again listed in “GERMANY’S BEST LAWYERS 2020”, the ranking of the best lawyers published by the Handelsblatt. Prof. […]
MEHRARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN joins Global Insurance Law Connect
Munich / London, 4 June 2020 – Global Insurance Law Connect (GILC) today announced that the German law firm ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN has become a member of the GILC law network. The addition of this commercial law firm, which is represented in six locations in Germany, means that the network has now grown to 18 […]
MEHRInternet users must actively consent to the use of cookies
Internet users must actively agree to the use of cookies. Otherwise, there is no consent given in accordance with data protection regulations. According to today’s ruling by German Federal Court of Justice (BGH) (BGH, judgement of 28.05.2020 – I ZR 7/16), the active participation of the user is required under the provisions of data protection […]
MEHRASD | INSURANCE NEWS provides information about the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic under insurance law
It is still difficult to assess the final consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic with all of the associated circumstances. But it is certain that it has already led to substantial effects and will continue to do so. Almost all sectors of the economy are affected, and it will automatically also affect the insurance sector. Our […]
MEHRKfW “fast loans” (KfW-Schnellkredite) and improved credit conditions
KfW Quick Loan and improved loan conditions Since last week, KfW has been offering a new KfW Quick Loan for companies with more than 10 employees. In addition, KfW has announced that improved loan conditions will be available for existing KfW programmes from 22 April 2020. You can find all further information here. Your ASD […]
MEHRFirst ASD News Magazine
We are very happy to present our first international ASD News Magazine to you. We would like to use it to report regularly on current developments from various legal areas related to the Corona crisis. In this issue, we cover the following topics: – COVID-19: State-funded measures and impact on existing financing – Insolvency Law […]
MEHRInsurability of corporate fines: new draft law’s implications for insurance industry
While in many other countries, such as the United States and France, corporate penalties have long been common practice, in Germany only natural persons have traditionally been subject to criminal law. However, on 22 August 2019 the Federal Ministry of Justice and Consumer Protection presented its draft bill for a new and independent law on […]
MEHRASD|EMPLOYMENT News Magazine answers employment law questions related to COVID 19
COVID 19 is turning our whole life upside down, and it also brings many challenges and changes for the world of work. With the ASD|EMPLOYMENT News Magazine, our law firm presents concentrated information about the most urgent topics: The Corona virus – what must employers take into account? Corona update – how to deal with […]
MEHRLegal tech platform justclaims.eu offers fully automated claims management for passenger airlines
Frankfurt, 9 March 2020 PwC and CHS Claims Handling Solutions GmbH, a spin-off from the ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN law firm, offer airlines a fully automated management of their passenger claims. Airlines can save up to 90 percent on costs per claim. CHS Claims Handling Solutions (CHS), founded by ASD lawyers Ulrich Steppler and Katja H. […]
MEHRCORONAVIRUS – COVID 19 – Legal impact on international shipping
Shipping accounts for 90% of the global trade. The Coronavirus disrupts this trade. Headlines like “Coronavirus leads to worst week for markets since financial crisis. More than $5tn wiped off global stocks with travel, retail and manufacturing all hit” (https://www.theguardian.com/business/2020/feb/28/coronavirus-leads-to-worst-week-for-markets-since-financial-crisis are daily news. Carriers have blanked 21 sailings on the US-Asia Pacific trade route with […]
MEHRCoronavirus – What employers should know!
Due to current events, we are sending you answers to the most frequently asked labour law questions about coronavirus in the last week. Official order of a shutdown In Germany, it is permissible to order the closure of an establishment by means of an official order. The closure falls within the employer’s sphere of risk. […]
MEHRCoronavirus Hotline
*********************************************************** Our specialists will assist you 24/7 via; E-Mail: corona@asd-law.com Aviation – Ulrich Steppler: +49 69 979885-455 Commercial – Thomas Wassenhoven: +49 69 979885-461 Employment- Constanze Heymann (+49 30 8145913-35) and Hans Georg Helwig (+ 49 30 8145913-42) Maritime – Esther Mallach (+49 40 317797-16) and Dr. Jan Dreyer (+49 40 317797-15) Transport and Logistics […]
MEHRARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN remains successful in 2019
Frankfurt am Main, 03 Feb 2020 – Numerous new clients, projects and awards made 2019 an extremely successful business year for ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN, in addition to strong growth in turnover and a significant increase in profits. With a rapidly growing team, 2020 is expected to continue as dynamically and promisingly as it ended in […]
MEHRICC Germany-Magazin
Das neue ICC Germany-Magazin Nr. 9 100 Jahre ICC mit einem Artikel von Dr. Oliver Peltzer https://www.iccgermany.de/magazin/09/index.html#0
MEHRAn archive system without the possibility of deleting personal data – 14.5 million euros fine for a real estate company
The Berlin data protection authority (“Berliner Beauftragte für Datenschutz und Informationsfreiheit”) has imposed a fine of approximately 14.5 million euros on a real estate company. Background of the sanction is the archive system of the company that did not provide any possibility to delete no more needed data. According to the authority, this circumstance led […]
MEHRPleasure yacht insurance: navigating without up-to-date charts and proper voyage plan
Introduction On 7 July 2011 the Celle Court of Appeal dismissed an action brought by an assured pleasure yacht owner who had been sailing on the Baltic Sea and ran aground (8 U 86/11).(1) Although the case concerned a significant question – namely, what are the consequences if an assured shipowner has no up-to-date navigation […]
MEHRNew terms and conditions for logistics providers
The Logistics Terms and Conditions (Logistik-AGB) 2019, which were jointly revised by the German Association for Freight Forwarding and Logistics (DSLV), the Federal Association of Road Haulage, Logistics and Disposal (BGL) and the Federal Association of Furniture Forwarders and Logistics (AMO), with the cooperation of the Bremerhaven Institute for Logistic Law and Risk Management, will […]
MEHRInternational Maritime Law Seminar Singapore 2019
Invitation and Programme International Maritime Law Seminar Singapore the 16th May 2019 For more than ten years the International Maritime Law Seminar has been held annually in London. With an average attendance of more than 250 Insurance and Maritime Law specialists, the International Maritime Law Seminar has grown from a small event to one of […]
MEHRInternational Maritime Law Seminar Singapore 2019
Invitation and Programme International Maritime Law Seminar Singapore the 16th May 2019 For more than ten years the International Maritime Law Seminar has been held annually in London. With an average attendance of more than 250 Insurance and Maritime Law specialists, the International Maritime Law Seminar has grown from a small event to one of […]
MEHRARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN celebrates its first anniversary!
We would like to thank our clients, colleagues and team for the great cooperation and support. We are looking forward to many successful years to come!
MEHRLegal 500 Europe, Middle East and Africa ranking released
Legal 500 Europe, Middle East and Africa ranked us as a top tier firm in the practice areas Maritime and Shipping and Transport Law. Our law firm has also been recommended for Real Estate and Construction. In addition, some of our lawyers have been individually recommended: Prof. Dr. Dieter Schwampe Dr. Jan Dreyer Holger Bürskens […]
MEHRThe latest on real estate transfer tax (share deals) and property tax
Dear Sirs, A high ranking member of the Ministry of Finance provided the following outlook at a ZIA event last Thursday: The Ministry of Finance plans to adopt the proposal made by the Finance Minister Conference on 29 November 2018 regarding the reform of the real estate transfer tax and to introduce it into the […]
MEHRARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN top ranked in Chambers Europe Guide 2019
We proudly announce that ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN has been top ranked in the latest Chambers Europe Guide 2019 for the area “Transportation: Shipping”. In this area, our partners Marco Remiorz, Dieter Schwampe and Jan Dreyer were recognized as leading figures. In addition, our partner Antje Boldt has been top ranked in the field of “Projects: […]
MEHRClient Choice 2019 – winners announced
Client Choice 2019 – winners announced London, United Kingdom – The winners of the 2019 Client Choice Awards were announced on 7 February 2019. Established in 2005, the Client Choice Awards recognise those partners around the world that stand apart for the excellent client service they provide. The criteria for the awards focus on the […]
MEHRMonitoring of Employees in the Workplace – Meritas Guide
The monitoring of employees’ activities in the work place is a sensitive and often contentious issue. On the one hand, an employee has the right to privacy and the protection of their personal data, which is enshrined in various human rights, privacy and data protection laws and regulations. On the other hand, employers have a […]
MEHRADSp 2003, 2016 or 2017 – which version is valid?
The German Freight Forwarders’ Standard Terms and Conditions (ADSp) are a joint body of recommendations for shipping industry associations and freight forwarders. However, given that there are (at least) three versions – namely, ADSp 2003, ADSp 2016 and ADSp 2017 – many companies struggle to clearly identify the ADSp on which they should base their […]
MEHRARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN is nominated in the category “Law firm of the year: Germany”
The British business magazine “The Lawyer” revealed the shortlist for The Lawyer European Awards 2019. ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN is one of six finalists in the category “Law firm of the year: Germany”. Additionally, INTERLAW, the international law firm network ARNCEKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN is part of, has been nominated in the category “Global network of the […]
MEHRCommission to assess acquisition of Chantiers de l’Atlantique by Fincantieri
Last week, the European Commission informed that it would assess the takeover of French shipbuilder Chantiers by their Italian competitor Fincantieri under the EU merger control regulation. Initially, the deal had been notified with the French and German competition authorities. These have referred the assessment to Brussels. The Commission’s preliminary point of view is that […]
MEHRRent by mouse click
Contracts concluded via e-Mail satisfy the German written form Those who are familiar with German rent law know: prima facie, the digital conclusion of a multi-year rental contract seems to be nearly impossible. Because rental agreements must satisfy the statutory written from requirements under German law in order to bind the parties for more than […]
MEHRMeritas Guide – A global roadmap to personal data protection
“Not so long ago, “data protection” meant a locked filing cabinet and a good shredder. No longer. In a single generation, protecting data went from safeguarding documents to securing information of almost every kind, both tangible and in electronic form. Although everyone understands what it means to protect a hard copy document, it is much […]
MEHRFederal Constitutional Court rejects complaints against night flight regulations
By way of three decisions, the Second Chamber of the First Senate of the Federal Constitutional Court rejected three constitutional complaints for adjudication against the Federal Administrative Court’s decision concerning night flight regulations affecting Berlin Schoenefeld Airport. According to the decisions, the night flight routes did not disproportionally hurt the plaintiffs’ rights.
MEHRAcross boundaries
Legal Business teamed up with global referral group Interlaw to ask GCs about the service they get across borders
MEHRAcross boundaries
Legal Business teamed up with global referral group Interlaw to ask GCs about the service they get across borders
MEHRAcross boundaries
Legal Business teamed up with global referral group Interlaw to ask GCs about the service they get across borders
MEHRAcross boundaries
Legal Business teamed up with global referral group Interlaw to ask GCs about the service they get across borders
MEHRNew package travel law affects air carriers
On 1 July 2018 the EU Package Travel Directive (2015/2302/EC) entered into force in Germany. Germany implemented the directive by updating its travel legislation in the Civil Code. As the directive pursues maximum harmonisation and leaves national legislature little room to deviate, the Civil Code adopted most of its provisions.
MEHRNew package travel law affects air carriers
On 1 July 2018 the EU Package Travel Directive (2015/2302/EC) entered into force in Germany. Germany implemented the directive by updating its travel legislation in the Civil Code. As the directive pursues maximum harmonisation and leaves national legislature little room to deviate, the Civil Code adopted most of its provisions.
MEHRWorkshop ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN and Ginkgo Management Consulting
„Die digitalisierte Supplychain im Kreuzfeuer von Smart Contracts und IoT“ am 21.06.2018 um 16.30 Uhr, in die Große Elbstraße 36, 22767 Hamburg. Ziel des Workshops ist es, die Entwicklungspotentiale einer digitalisierten Supplychain aus verschiedenen unternehmerischen Perspektiven zu beleuchten und gemeinsam über Chancen und Risiken zu diskutieren. Unsere Experten werden Kurzreferate vortragen. Für Fragen zu dieser […]
MEHRJUSTINA Augsburg 2018
Besuchen Sie uns am 18. Oktober 2018 auf der JUSTINA in Augsburg und kommen Sie mit uns ins Gespräch! Weitere Infos zur Veranstaltung finden Sie hier.
MEHRJURAcon Munich 2018
Besuchen Sie uns am 28. November 2018 auf der JURAcon in München und lernen Sie uns kennen! Weitere Infos zur Veranstaltung finden Sie hier.
MEHRAircraft repossession in Germany
Although aircraft repossession is used only as a last resort, it remains unfortunately inevitable in some cases. Under German law, there are no self-help rights available to owners in order to take possession of an aircraft.
MEHRExtended rights for passengers of connecting flights outside EU territory
On 31 May 2018 the European Court of Justice (ECJ) issued a decision regarding the scope of Article 3(1)(a) of EU Regulation 261/2004.(1) With its decision on the applicability of the regulation to connecting flights departing from an airport situated outside an EU member state, the ECJ has countered the longstanding position of the Federal […]
MEHRChambers Global Ranking 2018
Meritas has been recognized by Chambers Global 2018 as a leading law firm network. A special quality assurance programme, which collates feedback from both clients and referring firms, maintains the same high working standards at 172 member firms from over 80 countries. Interlaw is also one of the elite networks. The international orientation and the […]
MEHRRegional court prohibits HolidayPirates’ error fare alerts
The Munich Regional Court recently addressed the promotion of error fares by an online portal, HolidayPirates, for cheap travel deals. The promotions, which had encouraged customers to book error fares for flights published accidentally by airlines, were deemed unlawful due to a deliberate obstruction of competition in contravention of the Act Against Unfair Competition.
MEHRRegional court prohibits HolidayPirates’ error fare alerts
The Munich Regional Court recently addressed the promotion of error fares by an online portal, HolidayPirates, for cheap travel deals. The promotions, which had encouraged customers to book error fares for flights published accidentally by airlines, were deemed unlawful due to a deliberate obstruction of competition in contravention of the Act Against Unfair Competition.
MEHRRegional court prohibits HolidayPirates’ error fare alerts
The Munich Regional Court recently addressed the promotion of error fares by an online portal, HolidayPirates, for cheap travel deals. The promotions, which had encouraged customers to book error fares for flights published accidentally by airlines, were deemed unlawful due to a deliberate obstruction of competition in contravention of the Act Against Unfair Competition.
MEHRChambers & Partners General Counsel Seminar in London
Join the Chambers & Partners General Counsel Seminar on the subject of “A Practical Perspective of the GDPR: Main Challenges and Ongoing Compliance” on June 14. In the panel session, Hans Georg Helwig, our Partner and member of the Meritas Data Protection Group will discuss and share some of the practical steps companies have taken […]
MEHRThe future of networks
Networks believe they are winning their battle with global law firms as advances in technology and cultural awareness play into their hands. The law firm network model received one of the most significant vindications of its success in 2015 when Dentons announced it was launching its own referral network, NextLaw, into this competitive market. The […]
MEHRRegulated working life
Munich (May 25, 2018). Foreign real estate investors continue to push on to the German market – and with this comes lots of work for lawyers. Even experts like the hospitality specialist Dr Anton Ostler, Partner at the law firm Arnecke Sibeth in Munich and hospitalityInside’s editorial expert for legal must repeatedly explain the ins […]
MEHRJuracon 2018
Auf der Karrieremesse für Juristen werden wir mit einem Team von Rechtsanwälten aus unterschiedlichen Kompetenzbereichen vertreten sein. Hier können Sie mit ihnen ins Gespräch kommen und sich über den Einstieg in unsere Kanzlei oder auch über Referendariate informieren. Sind Sie noch mitten im Studium? Dann könnte unsere neue Summer School für Sie in Frage kommen! […]
MEHRARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN nominated in the category LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR: GERMANY
Das britische Businessmagazin für Rechtsanwälte und In-house Anwälte “The Lawyer” hat die Nominierungen für die The Lawyer European Awards 2018 bekannt gegeben. ARNECKE SIBETH geht in der Kategorie Law firm of the year: Germany mit sechs weiteren Kanzleien ins Rennen. Auch die beiden internationalen Netzwerke, INTERLAW und Meritas, bei denen ARNECKE SIBETH langjähriges und sehr […]
MEHRChambers Global Ranking 2018
INTERLAW has been recognized by Chambers Global 2018 as a leading law firm network. The international orientation and the strong regional presence are decisive for its success. INTERLAW is located in 140 cities worldwide. Regular regional meetings, secondment programs and business teams strengthen the global cooperation and promote the exchange of expertise between the members. Meritas is […]
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