Wardynski & Partners has represented the Civil Society Drug Policy Initiative on a pro bono basis in a dispute with Meta.
Does the Birkin Handbag Represent a Market of Its Own?
The luxury design company Hermès is facing allegations of engaging in unlawful practices by “tying” the purchase of its popular Birkin bags to the purchase of other luxury clothing and accessory items, as claimed in a class-action lawsuit filed in the US. According to the lawsuit, two California shoppers stated that they were compelled to buy additional Hermès products from various categories such as apparel, scarves, and homeware before being allowed to purchase Birkin handbags from the Paris-based brand.
Zivkovic Samardzic Partner and Head of Media and IP Litigation Kruna Savovic Leaves Firm
Kruna Savovic – until recently the Head of the Media and IP Litigation team and a Partner at Zivkovic Samardzic – left the firm in March 2024.
AI Act – New Rules for Tech Companies
The adoption of the Artificial Intelligence Act means a wide range of responsibilities for tech businesses in the European Union. This article guides through the new regulatory framework and its practical implications.
Montenegro's Evolving Legal Landscape: Recent Amendments and Controversies in Games of Chance Regulation
Montenegro's Law on Games of Chance (the "Law") was enacted in 2004 and has undergone multiple amendments since. The most recent ones came into effect on 1 January 2024. The aim of the amendments, as stated by the competent authorities, is to ensure a sustainable regulatory system for organising games of chance via the internet or other telecommunication means, as well as to generate additional revenue from these activities.
Turunc Advises Bogazici Ventures on Investment in Retter.io
Turunc has advised Bogazici Ventures on its investment in Retter.io, in a round that also included Inveo Ventures. Moroglu Arseven reportedly advised Retter.
Recent Changes in Hungarian E-Commerce and Consumer Protection Regulations
Since early 2024, Hungarian legislative efforts have brought about several updates to consumer protection regulations. Ranging from novelties in consumer complaints and related processes, increased consumer protections fines, expanded rights of the consumer protection and competition authority to an unexpected obligation imposed on e-commerce providers to include the local postal delivery provider as a delivery option, changes to the sector have been diverse.