Words carry weight.
Media law has been a focus of my work as a Rechtsanwalt from the very beginning. It governs what may be said, shown and published about whom: on the internet and in social networks, in the press, publishing and broadcasting, in photography, film and music.
The rules protect freedom of opinion and information on the one hand, and on the other hand those affected against infringements through the statements of others. I advise and represent companies and private individuals who want to defend themselves against statements or publications, as well as those who publish and want to be legally on the safe side.
Topics
- Negative online reviews – on Google and review portals; removal of false or unlawful reviews.
- False statements and insults online – injunctions, removal and retraction.
- Right to one’s own image – against the unauthorised publication of photos and videos.
- Removal of content from platforms – YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and others; notice procedures under the Digital Services Act.
- Press law – injunctions, counter-statements and corrections against the press and online media.
- Publishing law – author and publishing agreements.
- Imprint and mandatory information – for websites, blogs and social media profiles aimed at Germany.
- Copyright in the media – images, texts, music and videos (see also Intellectual property).
- Influencer and cooperation agreements – rights, obligations and labelling.
Typical issues
Often the question is
- whether a negative online review must be tolerated,
- whether a statement is a permissible opinion or an impermissible false statement of fact,
- whether a photo or video could be published without consent,
- how quickly action must be taken against a publication,
- who needs an imprint and what information it must contain.
How to get started
Send me links and screenshots of the statement or publication by e-mail, ideally with the date, because content online gets changed or disappears. If you want to take action against a publication, do not wait long. You can write to me in English or German. Procedure and fees, including for the initial contact, are set out under Services and fees.
Related services: Intellectual property, Unfair competition law (customer reviews, advertising), IT law (platforms, data protection).