ArticleT-Mobile Fined For Misleading Lottery TextsPolska Telefonia Cyfrowa (T-Mobile) has been fined more than PLN 21 million (c. €5 million) by UOKiK for unfair market practices. PolandAntitrust/Competition LawCMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang
ArticleThe Age Of Antitrust Litigation Has Arrived2017 brings about a seismic shift in private antitrust enforcement in many EU countries including Poland. PolandAntitrust/Competition LawWozniak Legal
ArticleUOKIK Takes Over Petrolot/PKN Orlen Case From European CommissionFor the second time ever, a merger notified to the European Commission has been referred to the Polish Competition Authority (UOKIK) at the parties’ request.PolandAntitrust/Competition LawCMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang
ArticleSupermarket Price Wars – New Guidance For Comparative Advertising In PolandIn the European Union, comparative advertising is permitted under European Directive 84/450, as amended and now codified as Directive 2006/114.PolandMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentGlobal Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA)
ArticleThe European Commission's Actions For Promoting Sustainability From A Competition Law AngleThe past three years have demonstrated that EU competition policy can lend significant support to the European Green Deal, which seeks to address climate and environmental challenges...European UnionAntitrust/Competition LawBird & Bird
ArticleInfluencer Marketing Practices Under Scrutiny In EuropeInfluencer activities in the European Union may be deemed unfair market practices, potentially harming the brands they promote.European UnionMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentGreenberg Traurig
ArticleHow Lenient Should A Leniency Programme Be? A Second Chance For RecidivistsAlthough the Office for Competition and Consumer Protection (OCCP) states that there shall be no mercy for competition law offenders, recidivists will be granted immunity from a fine if they file for leniency.PolandAntitrust/Competition LawSchoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
ArticlePolish Competition Authority Investigates Wage-fixing Practices Of The Polish Speedway Federation And LeagueThis is another step in the UOKiK's investigation of the capping of riders' salaries.PolandAntitrust/Competition LawBird & Bird
ArticlePolish Supreme Court Comments On Anti-Competitive Vertical AgreementsThe case started with the OCCP's decision regarding an anti-competitive agreement concluded on the wholesale watches market.PolandAntitrust/Competition LawSchoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
ArticleThe Largest Polish Wholesaler Fined For Unfair Use Of Its Contractual AdvantageAt the end of November, the Polish Competition Authority (UOKiK) imposed a fine exceeding PLN 76 million (approx. EUR 16.5 million) on Eurocash for the...PolandAntitrust/Competition LawBird & Bird
ArticleUOKiK Publishes Guidelines On Commitment DecisionsUOKiK has published the final version of guidelines on commitment decisions, following public consultations which took place in June this year. PolandAntitrust/Competition LawCMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang
ArticleGoverning Law In Cross-Border Non-Contractual IP And Competition DisputesNew regulations have come into force determining which national law governs non-contractual cross-border wrongdoings including competition and intellectual property disputes.PolandIntellectual PropertyCMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang
ArticleGoverning Law In Cross-Border Non-Contractual IP And Competition DisputesNew regulations have come into force determining which national law governs non-contractual cross-border wrongdoings including competition and intellectual property disputes.PolandInternational LawCMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang
ArticleNew FDI Rules Come Into Force In PolandNew legislation that affects investments in Polish entities by investors from outside the EEA and OECD will enter into force on 24 July 2020...PolandGovernment, Public SectorSchoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
ArticleInternal Antitrust Audits Are On The RiseInternal audits and thorough documentary analyses are often triggered by regulatory investigations, so as to enable companies under inspection to respond to the regulator's demands. PolandAccounting and AuditWozniak Legal
ArticleFirst Year Of Law On Unfair Practices In Food Sector – An OverviewOne year has passed since the Act on Counteracting the Unfair Use of Contractual Advantage in the Trade of Agricultural and Food Products entered into force.PolandAntitrust/Competition LawSchoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte)
ArticleSport Clubs And Sports Associations Targeted By The Polish Competition AuthorityThe UOKiK's decision concerns the 2019/2020 season, which was affected by the coronavirus pandemic and had to be brought to an end prematurely. PolandAntitrust/Competition LawBird & Bird
ArticleThe Latest Enforcement Of UOKiK In Vertical AgreementsIn July, the Polish Competition Authority (UOKiK) announced the initiation of a preliminary investigation and the fact that they conducted an inspection at the premises of Kärcher. PolandAntitrust/Competition LawBird & Bird
ArticleUOKiK Fines Companies Involved In Two Polish Truck Dealer CartelsAt the end of 2021, the President of the Polish Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (Polish: Urząd Ochrony Konkurencji i Konsumentów, UOKiK) issued two decisions...PolandAntitrust/Competition LawBird & Bird
ArticleMonopoly And Fair Competition – Learn The Principles Of Creating ContractsIn times of rapid technological progress and an economy based on information and knowledge, two autonomous legal concepts play a significant role in shaping business environment, concepts which mayPolandAntitrust/Competition LawJWP Patent & Trademark Attorneys sp.k.