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The institute was set up in 2003 having its registered office in Luxembourg.

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25/11/2025

Liability for parked e-scooters

In an second instance (file number 6 S 79/24), the Regional Court of Cologne dealt with liability for damage caused by overturned e-scooters.

For more information visit our homepage: https://www.ietl.net/news-details/liability-for-parked-e-scooters.html

18/11/2025

The new EU driving license directive

At the beginning of the year, discussions were still ongoing about whether and to what extent the directive would be updated. Topics that were considered questionable or difficult were discussed. Now, however, the European Parliament has finally decided what the directive will entail.

For more information visit our homepage: https://www.ietl.net/news-details/the-new-eu-driving-license-directive.html

10/11/2025

Amendment to the Road Traffic Regulations in Vienna

After several years of frustration, the beautiful city of Vienna is finally planning to amend its road traffic regulations. This was made possible by the Minister of Transport, who presented the relevant draft bill. The aim is to increase road safety and ensure slightly calmer traffic conditions.

For more information visit our homepage: https://www.ietl.net/news-details/amendment-to-the-road-traffic-regulations-in-vienna.html

03/11/2025

Two traffic offences mean two driving bans

As the headline suggests, this is a real case that the Frankfurt am Main District Court had to deal with. A driver failed to maintain the required minimum distance from the vehicle. Shortly before that, he had been caught with a presumably similar value at the same location, and administrative offence proceedings had also been initiated against him. The Higher Regional Coute imposed the same penalty again.

For more information visit our homepage: https://www.ietl.net/news-details/two-traffic-offences-mean-two-driving-bans.html

27/10/2025

Animals as luggage?

The European Court of Justice recently dealt with a case involving an animal, concerning a claim for damages following the loss of a dog (case number C-218/24). The plaintiff was about to board a flight with her dog, but due to its size, it was only permitted to travel in the cargo hold. This meant that, like luggage, the animal had to be checked in separately and loaded onto the plane by designated staff. During this process, however, the dog escaped from its transport crate and could not be recaptured.

For more information visit our homepage: https://www.ietl.net/news-details/animals-as-luggage.html

20/10/2025

Is autonomous driving coming to Germany?
There is currently a lot of discussion about cars at European and national levels. The focus is on supporting the automotive industry, which is to be achieved through initiatives such as promoting autonomous driving and introducing an obligation for petrol stations to install charging stations, making charging as easy as refuelling. In addition, a new package to promote electric mobility is set to be launched.
For more information visit our homepage: https://www.ietl.net/news-details/is-autonomous-driving-coming-to-germany.html

06/10/2025

Do speed cameras serve road safety or are they a source of revenue?

Speed cameras, whether mobile or permanently installed, are used throughout Germany, with a total of 6,200 cameras regularly located in cities. This includes 4,756 fixed cameras, 937 mobile devices, and 479 trailers. While the motivation behind this is somewhat controversial, one aspect is certainly the desire to prevent traffic accidents. But which city is leading the way?
For more information visit our homepage: https://www.ietl.net/news-details/do-speed-cameras-serve-road-safety-or-are-they-a-source-of-revenue.html

29/09/2025

LAST MINUTE ! ! !

Dear IETL Friend,
I’d like to warmly invite you to join us at the IETL Annual Law Days 2025 in BUCHAREST!
The event will be held on 2 & 3 October 2025 at the JW MARRIOTT BUCHAREST GRAND HOTEL, Calea 13 septembrie nr 90, 50726 Bucharest.
This is your one-stop shop to come together with your peers and receive insights you cannot find anywhere else. You will increase your knowledge, expand your network, and gain access to the latest developments in your practice.
The educational opportunities and meetings spanning the two days of conference are endless.
Here some of the key topics that will be covered
Handling of Complex MTPL Claims in Central Eastern Europe: Explore strategies and solutions for managing complex Motor Third Party Liability claims specific to this region
The Dissimilarities in the Compensation of Pain and Suffering in Europe: Understand the challenges faced in claims handling due to the varying compensation standards across Europe�
Developments in European Law and ECJ Rulings: Gain insights into the latest legal developments and European Court of Justice rulings
And there’s more to come! Join us for expert analysis from Prof. Ansgar Staudinger, Madalin Rosu, among others
Please see the full programme attached.
We will also have numerous opportunities for you to network and one of them will be the Dinner at the conference hotel on Thursday evening.
Being with other leaders in your field and getting their input on your current cases as well as tapping into their expertise is unmatched. Come with a goal and leave with an action plan. We hope to see you there.
To register online please click the registration link below:
https://lnkd.in/e_TDAqax...
Hotel reservation
For booking your hotel room click here
https://lnkd.in/e4d-4TX...

29/09/2025

New case before the ECJ: Trailer manufacturers disagree with new CO2 regulations

The EU regulation, which came into force on 1 July last year for truck trailer manufacturers, stipulates a number of mandatory measures that appear to be unrealistic to implement. Companies see this as a threat to their existence. This is because penalties could be imposed from 2030 onwards that could increase the purchase price of a trailer by up to 40%.

For more information visit our homepage: https://www.ietl.net/news-details/new-case-before-the-ecj-trailer-manufacturers-disagree-with-new-co2-regulations.html

22/09/2025

Dear IETL Friend,
I’d like to warmly invite you to join us at the IETL Annual Law Days 2025 in BUCHAREST!
The event will be held on 2 & 3 October 2025 at the JW MARRIOTT BUCHAREST GRAND HOTEL, Calea 13 septembrie nr 90, 50726 Bucharest.
This is your one-stop shop to come together with your peers and receive insights you cannot find anywhere else. You will increase your knowledge, expand your network, and gain access to the latest developments in your practice.
The educational opportunities and meetings spanning the two days of conference are endless.
Here some of the key topics that will be covered
Handling of Complex MTPL Claims in Central Eastern Europe: Explore strategies and solutions for managing complex Motor Third Party Liability claims specific to this region
The Dissimilarities in the Compensation of Pain and Suffering in Europe: Understand the challenges faced in claims handling due to the varying compensation standards across Europe�
Developments in European Law and ECJ Rulings: Gain insights into the latest legal developments and European Court of Justice rulings
And there’s more to come! Join us for expert analysis from Prof. Ansgar Staudinger, Madalin Rosu, among others
Please see the full programme attached.
We will also have numerous opportunities for you to network and one of them will be the Dinner at the conference hotel on Thursday evening.
Being with other leaders in your field and getting their input on your current cases as well as tapping into their expertise is unmatched. Come with a goal and leave with an action plan. We hope to see you there.
To register online please click the registration link below:
https://lnkd.in/e_TDAqax...
Hotel reservation
For booking your hotel room click here
https://lnkd.in/e4d-4TX...

22/09/2025

What law applies if two Germans are involved in an accident in Austria?

The Regional Court of Cologne recently dealt with a cross-border case involving two German holidaymakers who were in an accident in Austria.

For more information visit our homepage: https://www.ietl.net/news-details/what-law-applies-if-two-germans-are-involved-in-an-accident-in-austria.html

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