June 24 2025
On 19 June 2025, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) issued a ruling in case C-376/22. The case concerned the compliance of Polish regulations banning pharmacy advertising with European Union law. In 2012, Poland introduced Article 94a of the Pharmaceutical Law, which imposed a total ban on advertising pharmacies, pharmacy outlets, and […]
June 5 2025
The Resolutions of the Team for Food Supplements are official positions and recommendations issued by the Team operating under the Chief Sanitary Inspectorate (GIS) in Poland, functioning within the framework of the Sanitary and Epidemiological Council. Their main goal is to assess the safety of using various substances in food supplements, as well as to […]
May 28 2025
The role of mediation in cases concerning the protection of entrepreneurs’ personal rights.
Mediation is an effective tool for dispute resolution, including in cases concerning the protection of entrepreneurs’ personal rights. In the Polish legal system, mediation serves as an alternative to court proceedings, allowing parties to reach an agreement in a less confrontational and more efficient manner. This article discusses the importance of mediation in such cases, […]
May 13 2025
We are pleased to announce that Joanna Uchańska, Ph.D. – attorney-at-law and partner at AJLAW – has been invited to join the group of speakers at the prestigious PCI Days 2025 trade fair, which will take place on June 11–13, 2025, at EXPO XXI in Warsaw. PCI Days is one of the most important B2B […]
May 4 2025
On 30 April 2025, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) issued a judgment in case C-386/23 (Novel Nutriology), ruling that the advertising, as well as the presentation and labeling of food products using health claims related to certain plant-based or herbal substances (botanical substances), is prohibited. The CJEU emphasized clear boundaries regarding […]
April 24 2025
Vitafoods Europe 2025 will take place from May 20 to 22 in Barcelona.
We are pleased to announce that our partner at AJ LAW, attorney Dr. Joanna Uchańska, will participate in one of the most important events in the nutraceutical industry — Vitafoods Europe 2025! Vitafoods Europe is a leading international event that brings together experts, leaders, and innovators from around the world to share knowledge, create new business opportunities, and gain valuable insights into the latest trends and innovations in the field of functional — health-promoting — food. The event will take place from May 20 to 22, 2025, at Fira Barcelona Gran Via in Barcelona, Spain.
April 14 2025
New Guidelines of the Prosecutor General on Bias-Motivated Crimes
On March 26 of this year, the President of Poland received for signature an amendment to the Penal Code introducing significant changes to hate crime legislation. Under the new regulations, incitement to hatred based on characteristics such as disability, age, gender, or sexual orientation will also be punishable. This is an important step toward protecting social groups that may have previously been less protected under existing legal provisions.
March 16 2025
Proper reading of food labels, including those on dietary supplements and foods for special medical purposes (FSMP), is crucial for consumer health. Accurate labeling and health claims on packaging help consumers make informed dietary choices and ensure their safety.
March 14 2025
Our law firm, AJ LAW, actively participates in numerous industry events to stay close to entrepreneurs—allowing us to better understand their needs and share our expertise. AJ LAW had the honor of attending this year’s FoodFakty Conference, held on March 11–12, 2025. The event brought together leading experts from the food industry who shared insights on the latest trends, changes in food law, and technological innovations.
February 23 2025
AJ LAW is the substantive patron of the upcoming conference "Quality and Safety of Food and Dietary Supplement Packaging. In Response to the 'PPWR and EPR Packaging Revolution' – Management Forum and Workshops – Pack4Future." The conference will take place on March 11–12, 2025, in Łódź.
