Die Vielfalt des Persönlichkeitsschutzes

The conflict between the mass media and individual personality rights is an intensely debated issue in Europe. This book traces the developments in German and English case law in this area with a focus on the influence of the ECtHR. In this respect, the relevant rulings of the ECtHR in the cases von Hannover v. Germany No. 1 – 3 and Springer v. Germany are critically discussed. In conclusion, the jurisdiction on personality rights under Article 8 ECHR can be classified as an example of the dialogue between the German Constitutional Court and the ECtHR.