CJEU Press Releases

CJEU Clarifies Restitution Rules for Unfair Foreign Currency Loan Terms

The Court of Justice of the European Union has clarified rules regarding the limitation period for consumers seeking restitution of sums paid under unfair foreign currency loan terms. The ruling, in Case C-679/24, states that EU law precludes national interpretations that would bar a consumer's claim if they were unaware of the unfairness of a clause when the loan was concluded.

CJEU: Police biometric data collection must be strictly necessary

The Court of Justice of the European Union ruled that police authorities may only collect biometric data, such as fingerprints and photographs, if it is strictly necessary for a criminal investigation. Systematic collection without case-by-case justification is not permitted. Penalties for refusing consent are only valid if the underlying collection meets this necessity criterion.

Court Rules Russia Sanctions Freeze Funds, Preventing Voting Rights

The Court of Justice of the European Union ruled that the freezing of funds, as part of sanctions against Russia, absolutely prevents holders of depositary receipts from attending shareholder meetings and voting. This decision impacts entities with frozen assets, affecting their corporate governance rights.

Court Rules Subscribers Can Terminate Internet Contracts Without Costs

The Court of Justice of the European Union ruled that internet subscribers can terminate contracts without costs when providers modify them to comply with a court interpretation of EU law. This decision clarifies end-user rights regarding contract modifications not directly imposed by legislative acts.

EU Law: Member States Must Allow Gender Data Amendments for Nationals

The Court of Justice of the European Union ruled that EU law precludes Member State legislation preventing the amendment of gender data for nationals who have exercised their right to freedom of movement. This judgment impacts how Member States handle civil status registers for transgender individuals.

Court of Justice: Company assets frozen if controlled by sanctioned person

The Court of Justice of the European Union ruled that a company's assets can be frozen if it is controlled by a sanctioned individual, even if the company itself is not on the sanctions list. This ruling clarifies the broad interpretation of 'control' and 'held' in EU sanctions regulations.

Advocate General Opinions: Hungary and Czech Republic Infringed EU Lawyer Access Law

Advocate General Ćapeta opined that Hungary and the Czech Republic infringed EU law by generally allowing suspects to be questioned without a lawyer if the lawyer does not appear within a certain time period. The opinions address infringement proceedings brought by the European Commission concerning the right of access to a lawyer in criminal proceedings.