Franchise contract clauses and significant imbalance

Certain clauses in a franchise agreement can create a significant imbalance between the franchisor and the franchisee. Discover the sensitive clauses, the possible penalties, and the precautions to take.

The status of commercial agent and the power to negotiate prices

Case law reversal: the Court of Cassation recognizes that the status of commercial agent does not necessarily imply the power to negotiate prices. Court of Cassation, Civil Division, Commercial Chamber, December 2, 2020, 18-20....

Trade secrets – one of the first decisions in this area!

Finally, one of the first court rulings on the definitions of trade secrets introduced by the law of July 30, 2018, has been revealed. This is a judgment rendered by...

Covid-19 & Contracts: Part 2 – IT Contracts 

In this time of health crisis, which contractual clauses need to be amended? Arst Avocats has conducted an analysis of the main existing contracts, providing an overview of the impacts of Covid on contracts in general...

In this time of health crisis, which contractual clauses need to be modified?

Arst Avocats has conducted an analysis of the main existing contracts, drawn up an overview of the impacts of Covid on current contracts and developed for you the necessary standard amendments in the form of easily adaptable forms...

Covid-19 and Residence Permits: Frequently Asked Questions for Foreigners

CONSULATE: Are French consulates currently issuing visas? No, due to the Covid-19 health crisis, France has suspended the processing of applications and the issuance of visas until further notice (visas...