Already during the agreement on the TV FFS, it was announced that there would also be a new collective agreement for occupational pensions for film and television professionals (see our blog post on this). This will come into force on July 1, 2025. The agreement was reached by the Produzentenallianz, ver.di, and BFFS. The new …
LAUSEN is once again one of the best commercial law firms in Germany in 2025. In the latest survey by the renowned business magazine brand eins, we were rated outstanding in several areas. Top position in the category Media & Press: Our expertise in media law was once again recommended with above-average frequency – LAUSEN …
Dr Kerstin Bäcker will be speaking at this year’s c/o pop Convention on the topic of ‘AI as a toolbox for new talents’. Thursday, 24 April 2025 3:45-4:45 CET Herbrand’s – Stage 9 In this practical session, Dr Kerstin Bäcker and Max Irmer will provide insights into the legal aspects and creative applications of generative …
The image of Birkenstock sandals has evolved from ‘eco-friendly flip-flops’ to ‘cult sandals’. But does that make them works of applied art? No, says the German Federal Court of Justice in a much-anticipated ruling on Birkenstock sandals. The facts of the case The plaintiff, a member of the Birkenstock group, took action against the sale …
Dr Ursula Feindor-Schmidt, LL.M., will take part in the panel discussion ‘How AI Impacts Copyright and Creative Works’ at the Leipzig Book Fair. Thursday, 27 March 2025 13:00 – 14:00 CET Hall 5, Stand D301 The panel discussion will focus on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on copyright and creative works. Experts including Dr …