Oppenheim Law Firm Budapest

Expertise
By Sector
Automotive

The large and complex automotive sector deals with the design, production, and sale of vehicles and automotive parts. The industry is constantly evolving to adapt to new technologies and consumer preferences. The range of activities for the production of vehicles includes the development of new models, sourcing raw materials, the assembly of components, and the distribution of finished products. As a consequence, the industry is heavily regulated, requiring numerous laws and regulations governing the safety, emissions, and fuel efficiency of vehicles. Thus, companies operating in the automotive industry have to stay up-to-date with legal developments to comply with relevant regulations. Common legal issues in the automotive sector include product liability, intellectual property, environmental regulations, labor and employment law, and international trade.

Our law firm provides a wide range of legal services to companies in the automotive sector, helping them in various ways:

Regulatory Compliance
Intellectual Property Protection
Litigation
Mergers and Acquisitions
Labour and Employment Law

Navigating the complex field of laws and regulations governing the automotive industry can be challenging. Oppenheim helps companies ensure their operations comply with relevant regulations and laws, including those related to safety, emissions, and fuel efficiency.

Protecting trade secrets, patents, trademarks, and copyrights is critical in the automotive sector. Oppenheim provides legal advice on intellectual property matters and assists with the enforcement of IP rights.

Automotive companies may often be involved in disputes, ranging from product liability claims to disputes with suppliers. Oppenheim provides representation in court and other dispute resolution forums.

Companies in the automotive sector often engage in mergers and acquisitions to grow and expand. Oppenheim assists with the legal aspects of these transactions, including due diligence, contract negotiations, and closing.

The automotive sector is a large employer, and companies must comply with labour and employment laws. Oppenheim provides legal advice and represents companies in any employment and labour law disputes.

Overall, our law firm can play a critical role in helping automotive companies navigate the complex legal landscape and succeed in the highly competitive and constantly evolving automotive industry.

Oppenheim currently provides legal advice to a leading German car manufacturer in relation to the Hungarian regulation of self-driving vehicles, as well as the regulatory requirements of driving assistance systems. We are the chosen legal advisor of a global spare part manufacturer and car technology developer company in all areas of business law. We also represent a market leader car manufacturer and distributor in various legal areas, such as corporate, contracting, car marketing, data protection, IP/IT and employment