Comparative and misleading advertising under Dutch law | Holie Foods vs. Lotus Bakeries before Amsterdam Court | Guidance from an Amsterdam law firm on litigation in the Netherlands
On 15 August 2025, the Amsterdam District Court ruled in the dispute between Lotus Bakeries and Holie Foods in the Netherlands. Holie Foods used its own “Sugar Score” to place the sugar content of bars and breakfast products side by side, including Lotus products. Lotus objected and went to court, but the preliminary relief judge […]
What is Agency under Dutch Law?
Mandate is a contract where the agent undertakes to perform one or more legal acts with third parties on behalf of the principal. The agent may act in their own name or in the principal’s name, unlike a power of attorney where authority exists without obligation to perform. Agency constitutes a special form of the […]
What Are the Legal Frameworks of Product Liability in the Netherlands?
Several sources shape the legal framework governing product liability in the Netherlands. The Dutch Civil Code (Article 6:185 BW) lays down the main rules, directly implementing the European Product Liability Directive. Under Dutch law, manufacturers must compensate for damage caused by defects in their products. Dutch courts have developed extensive case law in this field. […]
Are You Facing the Challenge of Terminating a Contract under Dutch Law?
Are you confronted with the daunting task of terminating an agreement under Dutch law? The process of ending a contract can be complex and sensitive. However, understanding the applicable legal requirements, along with your rights and obligations, is crucial. This article serves as a comprehensive guide on how to terminate an agreement according to Dutch […]
How Does Arbitration Work in the Netherlands?
Arbitration in the Netherlands is a form of alternative dispute resolution in which parties submit their conflict to private arbitrators rather than the public courts. Dutch Arbitration procedures differ from litigation in the Dutch civil courts, as a separate body is tasked with resolving the dispute. But, how Does Arbitration work in the Netherlands? In […]
How Do You Hire the Right Dutch attorney?
Hiring a Dutch Attorney: Where Do You Start? Are you searching for a lawyer in the Netherlands but unsure where to begin? You are not alone. Each year, more than 34% of Dutch citizens and entrepreneurs explore legal support without prior knowledge. However, choosing the right attorney is crucial: it can mean the difference between […]
What Are the Legal Grounds for a Shareholder Buyout in the Netherlands?
A shareholder buyout—meaning the purchase of shares by another party—is a recurring theme in Dutch corporate law. Each year, about 18% of SME acquisitions in the Netherlands involve such a buyout. These transactions may occur voluntarily or result from a legal obligation. Dutch law provides a robust and clear legal framework. As a result, both […]
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Dutch Product Compliance Attorney
+31 (0)20 – 210 31 38ewout.van.waasbergen@maakadvocaten.nl +31 (0)20 – 210 31 38e-Mail Ewout van Waasbergen Dutch IP and litigation Attorney Ewout van Waasbergen is an attorney-at-law at MAAK Advocaten in Amsterdam and operates at the intersection of intellectual property law, commercial contract law, and litigation under Dutch law. He represents both Dutch and international companies […]
Dutch Intellectual property Lawyer
+31 (0)20 – 210 31 38 arnout.gieske@maakadvocaten.nl +31 (0)20 – 210 31 38e-Mail Arnout Gieske Intellectual Property Attorney in the Netherlands Arnout Gieske is an experienced Intellectual Property attorney in the Netherlands specializing in intellectual property law, IT law, data protection, and privacy law under Dutch law. As a dedicated Dutch IP attorney, Arnout represents […]