The ruling strengthens the right of qualified lawyers to practice in other EU countries, without having special requirements imposed upon them.
European Court clears CETA arbitration tribunals
Despite the vocal opposition, the arbitration system complies with EU law
UK competition authority wants changes to Big Four
The Competition and Markets’ Authority has called for legislation to overhaul the auditing business, namely concerning the Big Four.
EU wants to allow class-action suits – under certain terms
The landscape for collective redress rules across Europe varies a great deal and efforts to harmonise it might entail negative consequences
Banning China’s Huawei?
Whether to allow Chinese vendors participate in the procurement process for implementing 5G network systems across Europe has divided European countries
Europe’s disputed copyright law: An overview
With 348 voting in favour, 274 voting against and 36 abstaining, the much-discussed EU Copyright Directive has finally been approved by the European Parliament.
Plans for new EU labour authority are controversial
Efforts by the EU to advance labour rights for workers has been met with varied responses – largely due to the effort it requires from companies and the diverse set of rules varying in Member States
EU Cybersecurity Act clears final parliamentary hurdle
The adoption establishes the first EU-wide certification scheme to ensure that cybersecurity standards are met.
Siemens-Alstom merger: Where competition law and politics clash
The merger has raised some questions with regards to the modernity of the European antitrust rules.
German antitrust regulator lashes out at Facebook
The order by the Federal Cartel Office might have far-reaching effects in how Facebook manages its operations in Europe
