State monopolies granted exclusivity New gaming/gambling legislation entered into force in Germany on 1 January 2008. Although one would expect Germany to observe the laws and regulations of the European Community, it confirmed the country’s state monopolies on lotteries and sports betting and, despite several judgments of the EU Court of Justice (e.g. Placanica et al.),… Continue reading NEW GERMAN GAMING LAW IN VIOLATION WITH EU LAW
Day: January 8, 2008
THE GLAMOROUS LIFE OF LAWYERS?
The New York Times on the Falling-Down Professions Glitter. Glamour. Being a star. Making millions. Ally McBeal. L.A. Law expectations… Reality is different though, or isn’t it? Apparently, starters want it all and quick, quick, quick (click here for the whole story). Who wants to be a lawyer/attorney or physician these days? Who wants a… Continue reading THE GLAMOROUS LIFE OF LAWYERS?