The product liability rules we know today are almost 40 years old. The European directive[1] dates back to 1985, an era of the Walkman and fax machines. We now live in a digital and circular economy, in which products are often no longer purely tangible but contain complex software. Global supply chains have also made it more complicated to [...]

The United Kingdom left the European Union almost five years ago. For many trademark owners, Brexit was reason at the time to pay extra attention to their trademark protection in the UK. An important transitional aspect of this is now coming to an end: the transitional regime for so-called UK clone registrations ends on December 31, 2025. In this article, we explain what [...]

Are there requirements for "house rules"? Can you just put anything in there? How do you declare house rules applicable? Is a concert hall even "public"? What about soccer clubs? (See on our website a piece about filming PSV from the balcony) Are you as "house" responsible for privacy violation by visitors? Or is that excluded in the general conditions?

Can a parent company take independent action against alleged violations of rights that are actually held by a subsidiary? This question has not often been hotly debated in case law. The Court of Appeal of The Hague examined this question in its judgment of April 8, 2025.

Many small entrepreneurs receive (unsolicited) sharp offers for online marketing: "today only", "activate now", "free website, you only pay per month". The question that often arises then: if it is quickly signed or "activated" online, can I as an entrepreneur get out of it later? Despite the fact that the answer is basically "no, unless..." is, the courts often came to the rescue of entrepreneurs last year.

In this newsletter we provide an overview of the facts surrounding the data breach at Bevolkingsonderzoek Nederland, answer frequently asked questions and interpret the legal state of affairs.

In this newsletter we provide an overview of the facts surrounding the data breach at Bevolkingsonderzoek Nederland, answer frequently asked questions and interpret the legal state of affairs.

The digitization of society offers many advantages: services are faster, more efficient and more widely available than ever. At the same time, this development brings risks and obstacles, such as for people with disabilities. Indeed, digital services still too often exclude users with visual, hearing, motor or cognitive impairments.

Effective monitoring prevents reputation damage and dilution and ensures that you can (continue to) properly exploit your brand. We offer you our trademark monitoring service for six months completely free of charge and without obligation.

Since Jan. 17, 2025, DORA applies to financial institutions and indirectly to their ICT service providers. Many institutions are taking advantage of these regulations to renegotiate ongoing contracts - often going beyond what is strictly required. In this article, we discuss common strategic discussions and provide practical tips for ICT suppliers to recognize and parry overreaching requirements.

The product liability rules we know today are almost 40 years old. The European directive[1] dates back to 1985, an era of the Walkman and fax machines. We now live in a digital and circular economy, in which products are often no longer purely tangible but contain complex software. Global supply chains have also made it more complicated to [...]

The United Kingdom left the European Union almost five years ago. For many trademark owners, Brexit was reason at the time to pay extra attention to their trademark protection in the UK. An important transitional aspect of this is now coming to an end: the transitional regime for so-called UK clone registrations ends on December 31, 2025. In this article, we explain what [...]

Many small entrepreneurs receive (unsolicited) sharp offers for online marketing: "today only", "activate now", "free website, you only pay per month". The question that often arises then: if it is quickly signed or "activated" online, can I as an entrepreneur get out of it later? Despite the fact that the answer is basically "no, unless..." is, the courts often came to the rescue of entrepreneurs last year.

Effective monitoring prevents reputation damage and dilution and ensures that you can (continue to) properly exploit your brand. We offer you our trademark monitoring service for six months completely free of charge and without obligation.

Jules Wintjes has joined Louwers IP&Tech Advocaten as of March 2025. Jules will be re-sworn as an attorney in May. Until then, he will serve as senior legal advisor.

A strong visual identity is very important for municipalities. Logos, slogans and other recognizable elements ensure that residents and visitors immediately recognize the city. Think, for example, of the distinctive letters of 'I amsterdam', the slogan 'Utrecht: Domstad' or the zigzag lines of Eindhoven. Such brands have an important symbolic and economic value. In addition to [...]

International business presents legal challenges, such as complex laws and regulations and the protection of intellectual property. With the SIB grant, you receive a 50% subsidy on legal advice, helping you mitigate risks and maximize growth opportunities.

The Data Act (Regulation (EU) 2023/2854) is directly applicable throughout the European Union (EU) as of Sept. 12, 2025. The Data Act specifically aims to regulate access to and sharing of data within the EU, with the goal of encouraging innovation and ensuring fair competition.

On September 12, 2024, Ernst-Jan Louwers joined the board of the Vereniging Intellectuele Eigendom Proces Advocaten (VIEPA). VIEPA is a specialty association recognized by the Dutch Bar Association.

Many companies choose to use a family name as their trade name. After all, a family name quickly feels familiar (our firm has made that choice, too). But beware: older trade names or trademarks may get in the way of using a family name.

The product liability rules we know today are almost 40 years old. The European directive[1] dates back to 1985, an era of the Walkman and fax machines. We now live in a digital and circular economy, in which products are often no longer purely tangible but contain complex software. Global supply chains have also made it more complicated to [...]

The United Kingdom left the European Union almost five years ago. For many trademark owners, Brexit was reason at the time to pay extra attention to their trademark protection in the UK. An important transitional aspect of this is now coming to an end: the transitional regime for so-called UK clone registrations ends on December 31, 2025. In this article, we explain what [...]

Are there requirements for "house rules"? Can you just put anything in there? How do you declare house rules applicable? Is a concert hall even "public"? What about soccer clubs? (See on our website a piece about filming PSV from the balcony) Are you as "house" responsible for privacy violation by visitors? Or is that excluded in the general conditions?

Many small entrepreneurs receive (unsolicited) sharp offers for online marketing: "today only", "activate now", "free website, you only pay per month". The question that often arises then: if it is quickly signed or "activated" online, can I as an entrepreneur get out of it later? Despite the fact that the answer is basically "no, unless..." is, the courts often came to the rescue of entrepreneurs last year.

The digitization of society offers many advantages: services are faster, more efficient and more widely available than ever. At the same time, this development brings risks and obstacles, such as for people with disabilities. Indeed, digital services still too often exclude users with visual, hearing, motor or cognitive impairments.

Since Jan. 17, 2025, DORA applies to financial institutions and indirectly to their ICT service providers. Many institutions are taking advantage of these regulations to renegotiate ongoing contracts - often going beyond what is strictly required. In this article, we discuss common strategic discussions and provide practical tips for ICT suppliers to recognize and parry overreaching requirements.

Jules Wintjes has joined Louwers IP&Tech Advocaten as of March 2025. Jules will be re-sworn as an attorney in May. Until then, he will serve as senior legal advisor.

International business presents legal challenges, such as complex laws and regulations and the protection of intellectual property. With the SIB grant, you receive a 50% subsidy on legal advice, helping you mitigate risks and maximize growth opportunities.

The Data Act (Regulation (EU) 2023/2854) is directly applicable throughout the European Union (EU) as of Sept. 12, 2025. The Data Act specifically aims to regulate access to and sharing of data within the EU, with the goal of encouraging innovation and ensuring fair competition.

Recently, the Court clarified that commercial interests can, under certain conditions, qualify as a legitimate interest for data processing under the AVG. In this blog, we discuss the ruling and provide a 5-step plan for processing personal data based on legitimate interests.

The product liability rules we know today are almost 40 years old. The European directive[1] dates back to 1985, an era of the Walkman and fax machines. We now live in a digital and circular economy, in which products are often no longer purely tangible but contain complex software. Global supply chains have also made it more complicated to [...]

The United Kingdom left the European Union almost five years ago. For many trademark owners, Brexit was reason at the time to pay extra attention to their trademark protection in the UK. An important transitional aspect of this is now coming to an end: the transitional regime for so-called UK clone registrations ends on December 31, 2025. In this article, we explain what [...]

The digitization of society offers many advantages: services are faster, more efficient and more widely available than ever. At the same time, this development brings risks and obstacles, such as for people with disabilities. Indeed, digital services still too often exclude users with visual, hearing, motor or cognitive impairments.

Since Jan. 17, 2025, DORA applies to financial institutions and indirectly to their ICT service providers. Many institutions are taking advantage of these regulations to renegotiate ongoing contracts - often going beyond what is strictly required. In this article, we discuss common strategic discussions and provide practical tips for ICT suppliers to recognize and parry overreaching requirements.

Since Dec. 13, 2024, the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) has been in force. This European regulation tightens existing product safety rules for consumer products. Manufacturers, importers and distributors now have additional obligations. The legislation should better protect consumers and force companies to be careful with product safety.

Jules Wintjes has joined Louwers IP&Tech Advocaten as of March 2025. Jules will be re-sworn as an attorney in May. Until then, he will serve as senior legal advisor.

International business presents legal challenges, such as complex laws and regulations and the protection of intellectual property. With the SIB grant, you receive a 50% subsidy on legal advice, helping you mitigate risks and maximize growth opportunities.

The Data Act (Regulation (EU) 2023/2854) is directly applicable throughout the European Union (EU) as of Sept. 12, 2025. The Data Act specifically aims to regulate access to and sharing of data within the EU, with the goal of encouraging innovation and ensuring fair competition.

Recently, the Court clarified that commercial interests can, under certain conditions, qualify as a legitimate interest for data processing under the AVG. In this blog, we discuss the ruling and provide a 5-step plan for processing personal data based on legitimate interests.

What a great performance "our" Femke Bol put down at the Olympics! It inspired pastry shop De Rouw from Vught to a playful action: a chocolate Femke-bol. The action went viral on social media like Instagram, and after the regional Omroep Brabant even made it to the national press.

The United Kingdom left the European Union almost five years ago. For many trademark owners, Brexit was reason at the time to pay extra attention to their trademark protection in the UK. An important transitional aspect of this is now coming to an end: the transitional regime for so-called UK clone registrations ends on December 31, 2025. In this article, we explain what [...]

Are there requirements for "house rules"? Can you just put anything in there? How do you declare house rules applicable? Is a concert hall even "public"? What about soccer clubs? (See on our website a piece about filming PSV from the balcony) Are you as "house" responsible for privacy violation by visitors? Or is that excluded in the general conditions?

In this newsletter we provide an overview of the facts surrounding the data breach at Bevolkingsonderzoek Nederland, answer frequently asked questions and interpret the legal state of affairs.

In this newsletter we provide an overview of the facts surrounding the data breach at Bevolkingsonderzoek Nederland, answer frequently asked questions and interpret the legal state of affairs.

Jules Wintjes has joined Louwers IP&Tech Advocaten as of March 2025. Jules will be re-sworn as an attorney in May. Until then, he will serve as senior legal advisor.

International business presents legal challenges, such as complex laws and regulations and the protection of intellectual property. With the SIB grant, you receive a 50% subsidy on legal advice, helping you mitigate risks and maximize growth opportunities.

Recently, the Court clarified that commercial interests can, under certain conditions, qualify as a legitimate interest for data processing under the AVG. In this blog, we discuss the ruling and provide a 5-step plan for processing personal data based on legitimate interests.

In 2023, the Court of Justice ruled that a breach of the AVG does not automatically entitle you to damages. In this blog, we discuss Dutch case law regarding the right to immaterial damages for leaks of special or sensitive personal data.

In 2023, the Court of Justice ruled that a breach of the AVG does not automatically entitle you to damages. In this blog, we discuss Dutch case law regarding the right to immaterial damages due to anxiety and stress caused by an AVG breach.

In 2023, the Court of Justice ruled that a breach of the AVG does not automatically entitle you to damages. In this blog, we discuss Dutch case law regarding the right to immaterial damages for feeling unsafe due to an AVG breach.

The product liability rules we know today are almost 40 years old. The European directive[1] dates back to 1985, an era of the Walkman and fax machines. We now live in a digital and circular economy, in which products are often no longer purely tangible but contain complex software. Global supply chains have also made it more complicated to [...]

The United Kingdom left the European Union almost five years ago. For many trademark owners, Brexit was reason at the time to pay extra attention to their trademark protection in the UK. An important transitional aspect of this is now coming to an end: the transitional regime for so-called UK clone registrations ends on December 31, 2025. In this article, we explain what [...]

Many small entrepreneurs receive (unsolicited) sharp offers for online marketing: "today only", "activate now", "free website, you only pay per month". The question that often arises then: if it is quickly signed or "activated" online, can I as an entrepreneur get out of it later? Despite the fact that the answer is basically "no, unless..." is, the courts often came to the rescue of entrepreneurs last year.

The digitization of society offers many advantages: services are faster, more efficient and more widely available than ever. At the same time, this development brings risks and obstacles, such as for people with disabilities. Indeed, digital services still too often exclude users with visual, hearing, motor or cognitive impairments.

Jules Wintjes has joined Louwers IP&Tech Advocaten as of March 2025. Jules will be re-sworn as an attorney in May. Until then, he will serve as senior legal advisor.

A strong visual identity is very important for municipalities. Logos, slogans and other recognizable elements ensure that residents and visitors immediately recognize the city. Think, for example, of the distinctive letters of 'I amsterdam', the slogan 'Utrecht: Domstad' or the zigzag lines of Eindhoven. Such brands have an important symbolic and economic value. In addition to [...]

International business presents legal challenges, such as complex laws and regulations and the protection of intellectual property. With the SIB grant, you receive a 50% subsidy on legal advice, helping you mitigate risks and maximize growth opportunities.

The European Data Regulation makes switching between Cloud and edge services easier. In this blog, we discuss the obligations for data processing service providers under the Data Regulation, and the contract terms that follow.

Why a new corporate identity and website? And why the visual elements?

We were looking for a fresh new style. From the start of our office in 2006, the color green has stood for our fresh outlook and refreshing approach. More explanation in this article.

Companies and knowledge institutions need each other. Yet these collaborations, or their negotiations, regularly run into trouble. Why is this?

The product liability rules we know today are almost 40 years old. The European directive[1] dates back to 1985, an era of the Walkman and fax machines. We now live in a digital and circular economy, in which products are often no longer purely tangible but contain complex software. Global supply chains have also made it more complicated to [...]

The United Kingdom left the European Union almost five years ago. For many trademark owners, Brexit was reason at the time to pay extra attention to their trademark protection in the UK. An important transitional aspect of this is now coming to an end: the transitional regime for so-called UK clone registrations ends on December 31, 2025. In this article, we explain what [...]

Are there requirements for "house rules"? Can you just put anything in there? How do you declare house rules applicable? Is a concert hall even "public"? What about soccer clubs? (See on our website a piece about filming PSV from the balcony) Are you as "house" responsible for privacy violation by visitors? Or is that excluded in the general conditions?

The digitization of society offers many advantages: services are faster, more efficient and more widely available than ever. At the same time, this development brings risks and obstacles, such as for people with disabilities. Indeed, digital services still too often exclude users with visual, hearing, motor or cognitive impairments.

Jules Wintjes has joined Louwers IP&Tech Advocaten as of March 2025. Jules will be re-sworn as an attorney in May. Until then, he will serve as senior legal advisor.

In the area of the use of sustainability claims, there is already an extensive set of laws and regulations. Much of this comes from the European Union. The package of regulations is going to expand even further in the coming years, partly as a result of the 2019 European Green Deal. The European Green Deal [...]

After the announcement of our new branding and website and new partner, Louwers IP&Tech Advocaten has even more news. As of February 2024 we have started our own registration practice for trademarks and designs (design and product design). The registration practice will be run by Lidian de Weert and Eva van Groezen.

After nearly seven years of valuable service, Frank Rutgers has joined Louwers IP&Tech Lawyers as a partner. This step is a milestone for Frank and our firm. It confirms our ambitions and position as leading specialists in the field of intellectual property, digitization, data and technology.

We will be present at the TU Eindhoven to help startups with their legal questions. An energetic networking event for startups to start the new year right!

On Aug. 25, 2023, Sven van Dooren was sworn in as a lawyer. He had been working at Louwers IP&Tech Advocaten as a paralegal for some time. Sven focuses primarily on IT, technology and privacy.