The €65 Million Challenge: Lassana Diarra’s Legal Battle Could Reshape Football’s Transfer System

Sports Law | Business Litigation | Europe Overview: Governance Transformation In a legal saga with the potential to transform global football governance, former French international Lassana Diarra has reignited proceedings against FIFA and the Royal Belgian Football Association (RBFA), seeking €65 million (£56 million) in compensation. The case, revived in

Navigating Legal Structures Across Europe: A Comparative Overview

Europe's diverse legal landscape offers a range of business structures tailored to different regulatory environments, economic contexts, and cultural norms. Understanding these structures is crucial for multinational corporations, startups, and legal professionals operating across borders. This article provides an overview of the most common legal entities in key European jurisdictions,

The Future of Digital Advertising Consent: Belgian Court’s Ruling on IAB Europe’s Transparency & Consent Framework

In a landmark decision, the Belgian Court of Appeal has upheld the Belgian Data Protection Authority's (DPA) ruling that the Transparency & Consent Framework (TCF), developed by IAB Europe, violates the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This ruling has profound implications for the digital advertising industry, particularly for major players

The Lawmakers of Europe: How the EU Drafts and Adopts Legislation

The European Union (EU), a unique political and economic union of 27 countries, crafts laws that shape not only Europe’s internal market but influence global standards in areas like data protection, competition, environment, and human rights. Yet the way the EU drafts and adopts its laws remains a complex, multi-layered process