The move aims to considerably strengthen the position of consumers within the online universe.
EU’s new Whistle-blower Directive in force
A new EU Directive on the protection of whistle-blowers has entered into force. It mandates better protection of informants and aims to ensure that complaints are dealt with swiftly.
EU ministers reject ‘name-and-shame’ policy for tax-avoiding companies
The Member States are split in finding an amicable resolution in ensuring proper tax payments by such multinational companies
EU adopts new rules for cross-border conversions of limited liability companies
The EU is continuing its attempts in introducing a unified framework for company law
Foodstuffs from Israeli settlements must state their specific geographical origin, top EU court rules
ECJ insists on consumer protection and need for accurate labels of origin
German property company slapped with €14.5m fine for GDPR infringements
The second highest GDPR fine has recently been imposed
Rolling, rolling, rolling?
Will we see a harmonisation of rules and regulations in the upcoming years?
Online platforms may be compelled by courts to remove defamatory content world-wide, ECJ rules
The ECJ ramps up judicial oversight over Facebook in latest defamation ruling
European court ruling defines Commission’s scope in forcing countries to recover illegal tax benefits
The decision may well influence the Commission’s strategy in competition law
