How long may a credit bureau in Germany store information about a settled payment default? In a ruling with major practical relevance, the Higher Regional Court (OLG) of Munich held: a storage period of three years is, in principle, lawful and appropriate. The decision of April 11, 2025 (Ref. 14 U 3590/24) strengthens the position … Read more
Many companies are required to appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO) under the GDPR and BDSG. But the key question is: should it be an internal employee or an external service provider? This decision has major cost and effectiveness implications. This article offers a detailed cost comparison between internal and external DPOs to help you … Read more
The Chemnitz District Court (AG Chemnitz) ruled on November 22, 2024 – Case No. 16 C 1063/24, that the right of access under Article 15 of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is not subject to any statute of limitations and can therefore be exercised at any time. This decision is significant for affected individuals as it strengthens their ability to obtain information about the processing of their personal data even after a long period.
€10,000 GDPR compensation for the unauthorized publication of health data
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