All Legal articles – Page 20
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ArticleFrance introduces new anti-greenwashing rules
As part of its legislative arsenal to combat climate change, the French government has now introduced the next stage of its anti-greenwashing legislation, effective January 1, 2023. The new rules are a major step in controlling advertising claims on carbon offsetting and carbon neutrality, following laws that came into effect ...
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ArticleDiscovery and EBU obtain European media rights for 2026-2032 Olympics
Following a tender by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and Warner Bros. Discovery have submitted and now won a joint bid to acquire all media rights for 49 territories in Europe for the XXV Winter Olympic Games Milan-Cortina 2026, the Games of the XXXIV Olympiad ...
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News briefsJury rejects Adidas’ lawsuit against Thom Browne
Adidas failed to convince the Southern District Court in Manhattan that the use of stripes on the clothing of luxury brand Thom Browne Inc. infringes the sporting goods giant’s trademark, the three stripes. The jury found Jan. 12 that there was no trademark infringement or dilution. Adidas sought $867,225 in ...
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News briefsNew Balance is suing AS Roma over Adidas sponsorship deal
New Balance is suing AS Roma due to the club’s recent long-term agreement with Adidas. The existing technical sponsorship agreement between New Balance and the Serie A club for the production of soccer jerseys, which expires at the end of the current 2022/23 season, has not been renewed. Following press ...
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ArticleWhat is the future of PFAS?
Are you ready for the latest legislation and certification guidelines on PFAS? We bring you the latest update.
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News briefsCeferin is set to be re-elected as UEFA president
Aleksander Ceferin, the current UEFA president, is set to be re-elected as he has emerged as the only candidate for the role, the organization has announced. Presidential elections at the European football governing body are scheduled to take place at its congress in April. Ceferin, 55, is standing for a ...
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News briefsNew York bans PFAS in textiles
The State of New York has banned the production and sale within the state of clothing and other textiles containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (“PFAS”). The legislation is set to go into effect on Dec. 31, 2023, after Governor Kathy Hochul signed off on Senate Bill S6291A earlier this month. ...
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News briefsMeta not allowed to use personal data for advertising
Facebook owner Meta will no longer be allowed to use the personal data of its users in Europe for advertising personalization without being asked. This was the decision of the responsible Irish data protection authority DPC. At the same time, the authority imposed a fine of €390 million. According to ...
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News briefsPeloton Interactive agrees to pay $19 million fine
Peloton Interactive has agreed to pay a $19 million civil penalty levied by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) for failing to report a defect with its Tread+ treadmill promptly. Besides the fine, the company’s settlement with the government agency requires it to file annual reports on the compliance ...
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News briefsAdidas and Thom Browne continue their dispute in court
The ongoing dispute between Adidas and Thom Browne over the use of stripes on clothing and footwear continues, with both brands facing off in trademark litigation in Manhattan’s Southern District Court early in the new year. Adidas is seeking more than $867,000 in compensation from the U.S. fashion brand – ...
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News briefsEuropean Games admit pádel
Pádel is angling for a spot on the list of Olympic sports, which now includes skateboarding, trampoline and even breaking (break dancing). The president of the International Padel Federation (FIP), Luigi Carraro, seems to have taken the sport a step closer to this goal. Back in July 2019, he appealed ...
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News briefsGo Sport: Court decision postponed until January 16
The Grenoble Commercial Court, which was to decide the fate of Go Sport (as reported by SGI Europe earlier), appointed an investigating judge and postponed the inspection of files until Jan. 16, 2023. The decision of the commercial court of Grenoble to put the verdict on hold is “a message ...
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News briefsDP World Tour and PGA Tour partner with Professional Golf Tour of India
DP World Tour and PGA Tour have jointly announced a new strategic partnership with the TATA Steel Professional Golf Tour of India (TATA Steel PGTI). The agreement includes a commitment to developing golf in India and a pathway for the country’s best players to reach the top levels of the ...
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News briefsInfantino reportedly wants World Cup every three years
The FIFA’s president’s desire for more power, influence and revenue does not seem to stop after the World Cup in Qatar. According to an exclusive report by The Daily Mail, Gianni Infantino would like the FIFA World Cup to be held every three years instead of the current four. No ...
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News briefsSports organizations pledge to first-ever international “Sports for Nature Framework”
Twenty-three sports organizations, including the International Olympic Committee (IOC) as a founding partner, have signed the first-ever Sports for Nature Framework. The signatories commit to protecting and avoiding damage to important species and habitats, restoring key ecosystems, creating sustainable supply chains, and educating and inspiring the wider sporting community to ...
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News briefsFIFA confirms creation of 32-team Club World Cup from 2025
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed the introduction of a new quadrennial men’s Club World Cup that will kick off in 2025. The tournament will feature 32 top teams from across the globe, up from the original 24-team scheme that was planned for 2021, canceled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. ...
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ArticleDecision on judicial recapitalization proceedings for Go Sport expected Wednesday
According to media reports, a hearing was held on Dec. 19 with management and employees to examine the financial situation of the retail chain.
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ArticleCompanies call on European Commission to revise REACH regulation
22 global companies have called on the president of the European Commission to reverse the decision to postpone the revision of REACH to Q4 2023.
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ArticleGeneral terms of business: Frequently neglected, frequently not updated
A wake-up call for the sporting goods industry and trade.
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News briefsFINA rebrands as World Aquatics
The International Swimming Federation (FINA) has become World Aquatics following a vote in Melbourne on Dec. 12 at an extraordinary congress on the eve of the World Swimming Championships (25m) 2022. Founded in 1908, FINA controls the development of aquatic events in swimming, water polo, diving, artistic swimming, high diving ...
