Contractual notice period: should the date of sending or the date of receipt of the termination be used?

The date a cancellation notice is sent or received can determine whether a contract is renewed. Discover the rules applicable to contractual notice periods and the precautions to take.

General Terms and Conditions of Sale vs. General Terms and Conditions of Purchase: Which general terms and conditions apply in case of conflict?

When the supplier invokes its general terms and conditions of sale and the buyer its general terms and conditions of purchase, neither document automatically prevails. Article 1119 of the Civil Code provides for the neutralization of incompatible clauses.

Arst Avocats ranked "Essential" in the Décideurs 2026 ranking for restructuring

Arst Avocats ranked "Essential" in the Décideurs 2026 ranking for restructuring. Arst Avocats is ranked "Essential" in the Décideurs 2026 ranking of law firms operating in...

Commercial rent collection: after the reform, landlords must act sooner

The reform of commercial leases limits certain landlord guarantees but strengthens the requirements imposed on tenants requesting payment extensions. Above all, it requires landlords to formalize and process unpaid rent more quickly.

Taking over a company in receivership or liquidation: how to successfully complete a takeover at auction?

Taking over a struggling company as part of a sale plan can allow you to acquire a business, assets, contracts and a team without, in principle, taking over the entire past...

Electronic invoicing on September 1, 2026: what you may have missed this summer

As September 1, 2026 approaches, several developments have further impacted electronic invoicing. Timeline, administrative tolerance, approved platforms, new regulations, sanctions, and contractual implications: here's what you need to know from the summer.