October 2026

No Before-and-After Advertising for Hyaluronic Acid Injections: German Federal Court of Justice Upholds Ban Under the Therapeutic Products Advertising Act

Advertising for aesthetic treatments is subject to strict legal requirements.In particular, presenting treatment results through before-and-after images can raise legal concerns. In its ruling of 31 July 2025 (Case No. I ZR 170/24), the German Federal Court of Justice (BGH) held that certain minimally invasive cosmetic procedures involving hyaluronic acid are also covered by the […]

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Protecting a Colour as a Trademark: German Federal Court of Justice Denies Trademark Protection for the Colour Orange

German Federal Court of Justice (BGH), decision of 17 September 2026 – I ZB 58/25 Colours can have considerable economic value for companies. Some companies are recognised by their distinctive corporate colour, in some cases even before their company name or logo is noticed. It can therefore be attractive not only to use a particular

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