Understanding the intricate regulatory frameworks for pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and medical devices within the European Union can be challenging. This topic offers practical insights and tailored guidance for legal professionals, ensuring compliance with EU directives and regulations while fostering innovation and safeguarding public health. Explore the latest developments, case law, and strategic considerations crucial for mastering the intricacies of life sciences law in the EU.
The European Parliament has given final approval to a regulation on circularity requirements for vehicle design and end-of-life vehicle (ELV)...
MLex: A German court decision to uphold a fine against leading property company Deutsche Wohnen over a data privacy breach has been applauded by...
The European Parliament adopted a regulation establishing a two-category framework for new genomic techniques (NGT) in plants, following a provisional...
The European Parliament, Council and Commission have co-published a summary progress report covering their 2026 legislative priorities and the One...
HarmonisationDefinition of harmonisationHarmonisation, also known as standardisation or approximation, refers to the determination of EU-wide legally...
Indirect effect of EU lawWhat is indirect effect of EU law?The doctrine of indirect effect, or consistent interpretation, is a duty that national...
The EU Commercial Agents DirectiveThis Practice Note considers Council Directive 86/653/EEC (OJ L 382/17), the EU Commercial Agents Directive. It...
Infringement proceedings against EU Member StatesUnder Article 17(1) of the Treaty on European Union (TEU), one of the European Commission’s core...
If a rentcharge is shown as being informally exonerated on title information, does this apply to the current registered owner? Or does the informal exoneration only apply to the parties to the document which informally exonerated the rentcharge?This Q&A considers the situation where, at some
Late payment penalties—inheritance taxWhile interest often accrues on overdue tax, the late payment of certain taxes may also attract a penalty. For information on the interest accruing on overdue tax, see Practice Notes: IHT—payment deadlines on death—Interest on IHT and Interest on late paid
Contributory negligence in personal injury claimsContributory negligence is a partial defence which can lead to a discount in damages.Other defences may also be relevant. See Practice Notes: Did the claimant consent to the risk of injury? and Was the claimant involved in an illegal activity?If a
Template for regulatory references given by SMCR firms and disclosure requirements[Insert addressee details]Dear [insert name][It is our understanding that [insert name of prospective employee] [was an employee of yours between the dates of [insert dates as appropriate] OR is a current employee of
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