Valery EvlakhovShutterstockThe General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) defines how personal data must be handled and establishes a uniform data protection framework across the EU. It also applies to US businesses that offer services to or track users in the EU. This article provides a concise GDPR…
Valery EvlakhovShutterstockTerms and conditions are an integral part of the contract between buyers and sellers. They help online store owners apply the same rules for all customers and goods. They simplify the purchase process and provide legal protection for both parties. But what should you consider…
BrAt_PiKaChUShutterstockCopyright disputes are common in U.S. e-commerce law, but many cases can be resolved without court using DMCA takedown notices and cease-and-desist letters. Knowing how to document infringement and use these tools helps rights holders protect their work efficiently. This guide…
REDPIXEL.PLShutterstockJust because a photograph or graphic is freely accessible on the internet does not mean it can be used without restriction for your own purposes. In many cases, images are copyright protected, meaning the creator’s consent and the payment of licensing fees are required. And it’s…
zimmytwsShutterstockPersonal information can sometimes appear in Google Search even when you do not want it there. In the U.S., you can ask Google to remove certain search results that show sensitive data, contact details, doxxing content or outdated information. This guide explains which removal…
fotogestoeberShutterstockBefore launching a website, operators targeting the DACH region should have a legal notice in place—commonly known as an “Impressum.” Most websites also require provider identification. Depending on the industry and the website’s content, additional disclosures may be required.…
whitehouneShutterstockThe EU law on artificial intelligence brings both challenges and opportunities for companies, especially in terms of compliance costs, documentation obligations, and market access. At the same time, it establishes a framework that can promote long-term innovation and trust in AI…
AlexeysunShutterstockCookies can be useful, but these small files often raise serious privacy concerns. To protect user privacy, the EU Cookie Law requires that tracking technologies may only be used after obtaining explicit user consent. This opt-in process has been mandatory for several years. This…
“The Internet never forgets” — that’s the old saying. But for anyone in the jurisdiction of the European GDPR, that’s no longer the case. The right to be forgotten allows users to request that their personal data be deleted. While the GDPR is a European regulation, it’s also…
Michal KalasekShutterstockAny member of the economy has the right to apply for trademark registration for products or services that they use in the course of their trade. Whether these rights are granted depends on an evaluation by the federal authorities and the application’s compliance with legal…