Event law
Events are organized to make an impact. Their effects—both positive and negative—affect a large number of people and are therefore subject to many regulations. Find out whether dealing with the “rules of the game” is really as dry as the title suggests in our explanation of terms.
What is event law?
Event law is not an official legal field such as civil law, but rather a collective term for all legal sub-areas that come into play when planning and executing an event. These include:
- Event law: This includes all legal regulations that must be observed in connection with events, including approval procedures, official regulations, safety measures, and risk assessments.
- Contract law: Legally binding contracts are concluded between all parties required for the implementation of an event (organizers, service providers, suppliers, etc.). This is done to ensure that the interests of all parties are protected.
- Liability law: This regulates responsibilities and liabilities in the event of damage, accidents, or other incidents before, during, and after the event. This also includes regulations on insurance coverage and compensation for damages.
- Copyright and trademark law: These regulate the use and reproduction of copyright-protected material such as music, images, or videos.
- Labor law: It is in the nature of an event that the performance of services is agreed between the contracting parties. The framework conditions for their provision are laid down in labor law. This includes, for example, regulations concerning working hours, breaks, possible night surcharges, and much more.