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Access to bachelor's and master's degree programmes at Italian universities for foreign citizens follows different procedural paths depending on the candidate's citizenship, and in particular on whether the candidate is a citizen of the European Union (or an equivalent category) or a non-EU citizen residing abroad. The main stages of the procedure are set out below, with reference to the rules in force for the 2026/2027 academic year. 1. EU and non-EU students: two distinct c

The validity of fines imposed through speed cameras remains at the centre of a complex debate involving public administrations, motorists and courts. The issue does not concern only the physical presence of the device on the road or the regular installation of the station, but above all the technical and legal reliability of the instrument used to detect the offence. The current state of the law can be summarised in three principles: the equipment must have the required minis

Every year, with the start of the academic year, thousands of “commuter” students ask themselves the same practical question: is it possible to transfer their registered residence (residenza anagrafica) directly to the university student dormitory—public or private—where they live during their studies? The answer is often hastily dismissed with a “no, students keep their residence at their parents’ home and only register a domicile there.” In reality, the issue is more nuance

The Sicilian Region has introduced a financial support measure designed for those who decide to transfer their residence from abroad to Sicily while, at the same time, investing in the Island's real estate. With Decree of the Director General No. 1017 of 5 August 2026, the Regional Department for the Economy has completed the implementing framework for the benefit, setting out deadlines, operational procedures and the application forms. Let's look at what the benefit consists

Flight cancellation is one of the most frequent sources of disputes in air transport litigation, and it raises a twofold question for the passenger: against whom can claims be brought, and what protections are actually available when the disruption is not directly attributable to the airline but rather to malfunctions traceable to the airport infrastructure manager. The regulatory framework The cornerstone remains Regulation (EC) No. 261/2004, which grants passengers a three-

Theft suffered by a guest inside their own room is one of the most recurring disputes in tourism law. The instinctive reaction of many operators — invoking the notices posted at reception stating that "Management is not liable for items left unattended" — actually carries no exonerating value: Italian law builds around the hotel contract a system of liability that falls on the operator in an almost automatic way, unless proven otherwise. The framework, however, changes signif

Solidarity-based transparency becomes a legal obligation. It also concerns creators, testimonials and agencies On 21 July 2026, Law No. 120 of 19 June 2026 entered into force, popularly known as the "Ferragni Bill" or the "Charity Bill." The measure introduces a specific regulatory framework for commercial campaigns that link the sale of products to the donation of part of the proceeds to charitable purposes. It does so with a novelty that deserves attention: it expressly ext

Anyone who practises real estate law knows the scene well. The deadline for the notarial deed has expired. The preliminary agreement contains the phrase "no later than", perhaps accompanied by the words "essential term" printed in bold. The buyer has not shown up. The seller, convinced that the law is on his side, keeps the deposit and puts the property back on the market. Then the writ of summons arrives. And with it, very often, the order to return the deposit. A recent jud

Is the European "Decline" a Statistical Illusion? For some years now, a figure has circulated like a mantra at economic conferences and in political speeches: from 2000 to today, the eurozone's per capita GDP would have grown at roughly half the rate of that of the United States. This is the number that US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick brandished at Davos this past January to brand Europe as a continent in structural economic decline, unable to keep pace with American

When a taxpayer owes a debt to the Italian tax authorities — for instance, an unpaid tax collection notice ("cartella di pagamento") — the Italian Revenue Collection Agency (Agenzia delle Entrate Riscossione) may choose not to act directly against the debtor, but instead against a third party who owes that debtor money: a bank holding a current account, an employer, a client, or a tenant liable for rent payments. The instrument used in these cases is garnishment of third-part

Anyone who buys a home at a judicial auction relies, first and foremost, on one document: the valuation report drawn up by the court-appointed expert. That is where you find the square footage, the condition of the property, any building irregularities, and the estimated market value. Buyers decide whether to take part in the auction, and how much to bid, on that basis. But what happens when that report turns out to be seriously wrong? A recent order of the Italian Supreme Co

An estate agency based on Lake Garda sells a villa to two German nationals. The sale is completed without issue, but the agreed brokerage commission is never paid. The agency brings proceedings in Italy and prevails at first instance; on appeal, however, the defendants raise an objection as to the jurisdiction of the Italian courts, arguing that the dispute must be decided in Germany, the place of their domicile. The Court of Appeal upholds the objection, and the Italian Supr

The case A hotel company based in the province of Viterbo brought proceedings before the Court of Viterbo against its electricity supplier, complaining of an unjustified increase in billing costs. The defendant supplier raised a plea of lack of territorial jurisdiction, invoking a clause contained in the general terms and conditions that conferred exclusive jurisdiction on the Court of Rome. The contract had been concluded electronically by means of a double click on a checkb

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The recent judgment of the Italian Supreme Court, No. 12783 of 5 May 2026, marks an important development in trademark law because it extends the principle of acquiescence by coexistence to so-called trademark families, or serial trademarks. The significance of the decision is not merely procedural or case-specific, but systemic: the Court makes clear that a long and peaceful coexistence on the market may affect not only an individual sign, but also the distinctive core that

The recent Italian Supreme Court order no. 20023/2026 sheds light on a crucial issue for hospitality operators: when a ruined holiday stems from the hotel’s negligent non‑performance, the resulting damage may fall within the scope of the hotel’s liability insurance (RC), unless the policy expressly and specifically excludes that type of risk. The ruling is noteworthy not only for the relationship between hotel and insurer, but also for how it clarifies the boundary between co

1. INTRODUCTION: THE CONCEPT OF TAX RESIDENCE 1.1 Criteria for Determining Tax Residence For income tax purposes, tax residence in Italy is governed by Article 2(2) of the TUIR (Consolidated Income Tax Act), according to which individuals are considered resident if, for most of the tax period (at least 183 days, including fractions of a day): they are registered in the registry of the resident population; or they have their residence in the territory of the State under the Ci

The new European and Italian rules against greenwashing mark a paradigm shift for the entire fashion system: it is no longer a matter of “communicating well”, but of proving , with verifiable evidence, every environmental claim. Fashion — by its nature exposed to statements on sustainability, materials, supply chains and impacts — is one of the sectors most directly affected. Changing Regulatory Landscape: EU, Italy and International Standards 1) The new EU framework Directiv

The starting point for this analysis is the article published by The Fashion Law, “From Dupes to Disclosure: How the Law Is Catching Up with Influencers” (February 11, 2026), which offers a clear overview of the evolving regulatory landscape surrounding dupe culture and the growing role of influencers in shaping consumer choices. The article highlights how the promotion of “dupe” products—low‑cost alternatives to luxury goods—is drawing the attention of European and U.S. regu

In today’s debate on the protection of innovation, the industrial trade secret is gaining renewed centrality. In a digital ecosystem where software, algorithms, processes and data have strategic value, many companies choose trade secrets as an alternative or complementary protection tool to patents. Under Article 98 of the Italian Industrial Property Code , a trade secret consists of information that is not generally known or readily accessible to experts in the field, has e