The Contrat de Maîtrise d’Œuvre (MOE) is a fundamental legal document governing the contractual relationship between the project owner (Maître d’Ouvrage - MOA) and the architect or engineering firm (Maître d’Œuvre - MOE). This agreement, ... Read more about The Architect’s Contract in France: Structure and Key Provisions
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Commercial Agent Status in France: Possible Even Without Power to Modify Principal’s Contracts
In the realm of commercial relationships, recognizing the status of a commercial agent is crucial. This status, defined by Article L 134-1 of the French Commercial Code, grants specific rights and protections, particularly regarding ... Read more about Commercial Agent Status in France: Possible Even Without Power to Modify Principal’s Contracts
Understanding Your Rights Under French Law: The Principle of Unforeseeability
In 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
Insights 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
Understanding 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)
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)
Claim and contract management
With 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
Legal consequences after BREXIT
With Brexit, the United Kingdom (“UK”) becomes a third country to the European Union of which France is a part, and leaves its judicial area. Among the recurring questions, those related to the future of contracts concluded ... Read more about Legal consequences after BREXIT
Commercial Contract in France
Distribution agreement France In France parties to a longstanding distribution agreement have to adapt the termination notice period, regardless of contractual provisions. Termination notice period in France after a long-term ... Read more about Commercial Contract in France
Distribution agreement France
Commercial Contract in France In France the parties of a long-term distribution agreement have to adapt the notice period. Notice period in France after long-term commercial relationship ... Read more about Distribution agreement France
Competition clause – employment law France
Departure of the employee during the notice period: what effect on the repeal of the non-competition clause? When the employer has not exempted the employee from carrying out his notice, he may repeal the non-competition clause during ... Read more about Competition clause – employment law France
Contract law: General Terms and Conditions France
A new contract law has been in force in France since October 1, 2016. Many articles in the French Civil Code were amended or even completely repealed as part of the reform. New articles that reflect applicable case law were newly included ... Read more about Contract law: General Terms and Conditions France