Topics: evidence preservation and inspection
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LD Brussels, May 4, 2026, Order on Public Access to Case Files in Evidence Preservation Proceedings, UPC_CFI_1167/2026
The nature of proceedings may justify restricting public access under Art. 45 UPCA, even though R. 262.1(b) RoP does not explicitly differentiate by proceeding type: Evidence preservation and inspection proceedings create a procedural and confidential playing field balancing fundamental rights of the parties. This playing field must be maintained even after proceedings end without proceedings…
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LD Düsseldorf, May 4, 2026, review of an order to preserve evidence, request for the expert’s recusal, UPC_CFI_1696/2025
There is a basis for concern regarding an expert’s bias if – from the perspective of a knowledgeable and reasonable observer – certain circumstances give rise to justified doubts as to the expert’s impartiality or independence i.e., there is a likelihood that the expert’s decision will be influenced by factors other than the aforementioned duties.:…
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LD Düsseldorf, May 4, 2026, revocation of an order on inspection and evidence preservation, UPC_CFI_885/2025
An order for the preservation of evidence shall be revoked or otherwise cease to have effect if the applicant does not start proceedings on the merits before the court within a period of 31 calendar days or 20 working days from the date specified in the court order (release of expert description). To remedy the…
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LD Duesseldorf, December 19, 2025, Order, UPC_CFI_834/2025
Breach of Candor (R. 192.3 RoP): No Partial Upholding of the Order: The Düsseldorf Local Division clarified the consequences for a defendant who fails to engage with the UPC’s Case Management System (CMS) following an order to preserve evidence. The applicant obtained an ex parte order to preserve evidence, which was executed at the defendant’s…
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LD Munich, July 22, 2025, order on evidence preservation and inspection, UPC_CFI_63/2025
Deadline Length vs. Starting Point: The court clarified the distinction between a deadline’s length and starting point under Rule 198.1 RoP. While the length is prescribed, the court can determine the starting point, especially considering the expert report’s due date (Rule 196.4 RoP). Discretion to Change Starting Point: The court can adjust the starting point,…
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