In a recent ruling, the Commercial Division of the French Court of Cassation reaffirmed the obligation of loyalty incumbent upon company executives during the resignation process from their salaried positions. Case Overview The ... Read more about Obligation of Loyalty for Company Executives when Resigning from Employment
Construction liability in France
Construction liability in FranceThe French Court of Cassation has cancelled its previous decisions (Cass. 3e civ. 13-7-2022 n° 19-20.231 FS-B : BPIM 5/22 inf. 359), which held that equipment elements, whether or not they can be separated from the existing structure, were ... Read more about Construction liability in France
Understanding the Hidden Defects Warranty in France: The Prescription Period
Understanding the Hidden Defects Warranty in France: The Prescription PeriodAlaris Avocats, specialists in real estate law, aims to enlighten its clients on a crucial aspect of property acquisition: the hidden defects warranty and the significance of the deadline to act. When purchasing a property, the discovery ... Read more about Understanding the Hidden Defects Warranty in France: The Prescription Period
Protecting your company: Dealing with unlawfully obtained evidence
Protecting your company: Dealing with unlawfully obtained evidenceIn a groundbreaking judgement, the Court of Cassation (Cass. soc. of 14/02/2024 no. 22-23.073 F-B, B. c/ Sté Pharmacie mahoraise) has shown that evidence obtained through unlawful video surveillance may be admissible in court under certain ... Read more about Protecting your company: Dealing with unlawfully obtained evidence
Understanding Your Rights Under French Law: The Principle of Unforeseeability
Understanding Your Rights Under French Law: The Principle of UnforeseeabilityIn the dynamic world of business, the unexpected can often lead to significant challenges. A recent ruling by the Paris Commercial Court on November 15, 2023 (Case No. 2022026332, Le Figaro Company vs. South-West Press and Publishing ... Read more about Understanding Your Rights Under French Law: The Principle of Unforeseeability
Commercial Agency Contracts in France
Commercial Agency Contracts in FranceInsights from a Recent French Court Decision (Court of Cassation) In the ever-evolving landscape of international trade and commerce, the relationships between commercial agents and their principals have become a focal point for legal ... Read more about Commercial Agency Contracts in France
Commercial agent in France
Commercial agent in FranceUnderstanding the Role and Legal Nuances of Commercial Agents: Insights for Businesses In the intricate web of commerce and industry, the role of a commercial agent stands out as a cornerstone for business expansion and market ... Read more about Commercial agent in France
French Labour contract (CDD and CDI)
French Labour contract (CDD and CDI)Understanding the New Formality for Employers Offering CDI at the End of CDD or Temporary Assignments. The introduction of a new procedural requirement for employers proposing a permanent contract (CDI) at the end of a fixed-term ... Read more about French Labour contract (CDD and CDI)
French Civil Judges can now consider evidence obtained unfairly
French Civil Judges can now consider evidence obtained unfairlyThe French Court of Cassation has made a significant shift in jurisprudence in a ruling dated December 22, 2023. It now accepts that civil judges may, under certain conditions, consider evidence obtained unfairly, thereby aligning with ... Read more about French Civil Judges can now consider evidence obtained unfairly
Subcontractor in France – French construction law
Subcontractor in France – French construction lawSubcontractor in France (Cass. 3e civ. 23-11-2023 n° 22-17.027 FS-B, Sté Alf productions c/ Sté Spie Batignolles Grand-Ouest) In the realm of subcontracting within the French legal system, the intricacies of payment delegations often ... Read more about Subcontractor in France – French construction law
Welcome to Alaris Law Firm in Paris
Welcome to Alaris Law Firm in ParisWelcome to Alaris Law Firm, where our commitment to excellence and global perspective converge to offer unparalleled legal services. Specializing in labor, construction, business, and contract law, our boutique international law firm stands ... Read more about Welcome to Alaris Law Firm in Paris
Claim and contract management
Claim and contract managementWith more than 20 years of expertise in the construction and engineering sector, the Alaris Law team has extensive experience in claim and contract management for general contractors, subcontractors and clients, for both French and ... Read more about Claim and contract management
Common Law vs Civil Law – Achieving the Best Law
Common Law vs Civil Law – Achieving the Best LawThe majority of legal systems from around the world can be classified as either a common law system or a civil law system, although the existence of religious and customary systems must be noted. Despite several criticisms of the ... Read more about Common Law vs Civil Law – Achieving the Best Law
Construction consortia in France
Construction consortia in FranceConstruction law in France. A consortium is a temporary association of (construction) companies for the submission of a joint bid and/or the joint execution of a construction contract. A consortium exists only throughout the duration of ... Read more about Construction consortia in France
Labour law in France – Religious freedom at work. The Ramadan example.
Labour law in France – Religious freedom at work. The Ramadan example.Every year, Muslims all over the world celebrate Ramadan for the duration of one month. During this time, Muslims are generally prohibited from eating and drinking between sunrise and sunset. As a general rule, all employers in France ... Read more about Labour law in France – Religious freedom at work. The Ramadan example.
Health Pass in France – Labour law
Health Pass in France – Labour lawThe law establishing the French Health Pass and the vaccination obligation has been adopted on July 25th, 2021. We are now waiting for the decision of the Constitutional Council that will be rendered on August 5th 2021, which is a ... Read more about Health Pass in France – Labour law
Collective dismissal in France
Collective dismissal in FranceFrench Labour Law. In the event of collective dismissal of employees for economic reasons, in certain circumstances it is necessary for the employer to prepare and present a social plan (PSE in French) to its employees, trade unions and ... Read more about Collective dismissal in France