Archive post. This post reflects the legal position at the time of publication. For current information, see the linked topic pages.
On 28 May 2022, the Act to Strengthen Consumer Protection in Competition and Trade Law and the new Price Indication Ordinance entered into force: consumer damages (Section 9(2) UWG); influencer labelling only with consideration (Section 5a(4)); reviews (Section 5b(3), Annex nos. 23b, 23c); paid rankings (no. 11a); dual quality; fines (Section 19); 30-day rule for price reductions (Section 11 PAngV).
Current: Structure of the UWG
