Module 17 2024

03/12/2024

Enforcement - EU

• Competitor enforcement available in most countries

Unfair competition

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• Interim injunctions (esp Germany)

Consumer claims

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• Fines up to 4% (or more) of turnover for “widespread infringements”

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CAP Codes – general points

Obviously identifiable

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Not misleading

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Substantiation

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Qualification

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Imitation and denigration

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Harm and offence

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Promotions

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• Environmental claims (“greenwashing”)

Light-touch remedies

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