Austria starts into Fall Season with new rules on Commercial Guarantees and Online Right of Withdrawal
The new rules provide for a Right of Withdrawal for consumer contracts concluded after September 30, 2026. The law applies to any kind of web-shop, platforms, apps, in game -purchase or the like.
When Price Adjustment Clauses Fail in Subscription Bundles: Higher Regional Court of Düsseldorf on Amazon Prime
Price adjustment clauses in general terms and conditions (GTC) are a recurring source of legal disputes, particularly in long-term...
The Withdrawal Button is Coming – Implementation of the EU Withdrawal Function under German Law
The EU has amended the Consumer Rights Directive (Directive 2011/83/EU) to simplify the exercise of withdrawal rights in online...
The responsibility of the influencer in the digital market
With Resolution No. 197/25/CONS (July 23, 2025), Italy’s AGCOM has introduced binding rules for “relevant influencers”—those with over 500,000 followers or 1M monthly views. The new Code of Conduct sets clear obligations around advertising transparency, protection of minors, and copyright compliance, marking a major shift in influencer accountability.
The contract with the influencer
Contracts with influencers may be classified as service, sponsorship, or even agency agreements—depending on the structure. A recent ruling by the Court of Rome (March 4, 2024) recognized an influencer deal as an agency contract, highlighting the importance of how roles, commissions, and obligations are defined.
The Implementation of the Directive on the Accessibility Requirements for Products and Services under German Law
On June 28, 2025, the German Accessability Enhancement Act (“Barrierefreiheitsstärkungsgesetz” – “BFSG”) entered into force. It...
