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21.09.2023

EU AI Act: A Pioneering Regulation on Artificial Intelligence

The European Union is set to regulate the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) through its groundbreaking AI Act. Touted as the world's first comprehensive law governing AI, the Act aims to foster a safe, transparent, and accountable AI ecosystem. This summary outlines the Act's key provisions, intended benefits, and upcoming milestones.

14.09.2023

European Court upholds prohibition on posthumous insemination in France

The Court saw no reason to call into question the applicants’ free and informed wish to realise the plans for a family as foreseen with their deceased husbands. It noted that posthumous conception had been prohibited in absolute terms under French law since 1994. (European Court of Human Rights: Baret and Caballero v. France; applications nos. 22296/20 and 37138/20)

23.08.2023

Human creation is the foundational principle of copyright

AI-Created Artwork Not Eligible for Copyright, U.S. Court Declares

24.05.2023

Compulsory share claim against a private foundation established by the testator

If the testator establishes a private foundation with the purpose of granting the assets contained therein to his children entitled to a compulsory share, such assets must be included in the calculation of the compulsory share.

09.01.2023

Legal Liability for Skiing Accidents

In general, ski resorts and ski areas have a legal responsibility to take reasonable steps to ensure the safety of their customers and to warn of any potential hazards on the slopes.