Contracts form a critical part of any commercial operation, allowing businesses to enter into agreements with the suppliers, customers and distributors that drive their operation. Commercial contracts can be complex […]
Read moreThe MWC is the world’s biggest trade show regarding mobile devices and communications, where the global leading companies show their latest developments. It has been held in Barcelona since 2006 and it is scheduled to continue until 2023. In the 2016 event there were more than 2.200 exhibitors from 204 different countries, 3.600 international media […]
IR Global, the world’s largest exclusive network of advisory firms is delighted to introduce Michael Einbinder of Einbinder Dunn & Goniea LLP. Michael has joined IR as our exclusive Franchise and Distribution Law Member in US – New York. Our story begins in 1990, when Michael Einbinder and Terrence Dunn became partners. We shared a vision to […]
IR Global, the world’s largest exclusive network of advisory firms is delighted to introduce Aimery De Schoutheete of Liedekerke Wolters Waelbroeck Kirkpatrick. Aimery has joined IR as our exclusive Franchise and Distribution Law Member in Belgium. Liedekerke is a standout among Belgian law firms. Established in 1965 by lawyers committed to excellence, we offer, as trusted legal advisors […]
COMMENTS TO EU DIRECTIVE 2016/943 REGARDING TRADE SECRETS Introduction Definition of trade secrets Definition of lawful and unlawful acquisition, use and disclosure Non-exclusivity Time limit Protection during legal proceedings Compensations & Sanctions Conclusions & practical tips Introduction: On June 8th, 2016, the European Parliament has published a new Directive, regarding the protection of undisclosed […]
During an M&A deal process huge amounts of sensitive data is shared in the cyber-space between buyers, sellers and their respective advisors. Infringement of this data’s cyber-security could leave parties open to significant claims. In addition to explicit contractual obligations which parties may impose upon each other in respect of data security, and regulatory duties […]
Shareholders Agreements are commonly used in Spain, for the same reasons than in other countries: the provide a more flexible and detailed frame to regulate the relationships between the shareholders of a company, allowing a smoother governance of the company and avoiding dead lock situations. Clauses commonly used in Spanish Shareholders’ Agreement are those related […]
In our last article in AI magazine (February edition) we talked about the impact of disputes in the franchising context and how to minimise the risk of claims being made against you. In this article, we focus on clauses to include in your franchise agreement to best protect both parties should a dispute arise. In […]
Shareholders Agreements are commonly used in Spain, for the same reasons than in other countries: the provide a more flexible and detailed frame to regulate the relationships between the shareholders of a company, allowing a smoother governance of the company and avoiding dead lock situations. Clauses commonly used in Spanish Shareholders’ Agreement are those related […]
Franchising is the granting of a license by a franchisor to a franchisee, which entitles the franchisee to operate their own business using the franchisor’s brand, systems, knowhow and business model. It is a close relationship under which the franchisee receives initial training and, crucially, ongoing support to establish a previously untrained person in the […]
Under the Arthur Wishart Act (Franchise Disclosure), 2000 (Ontario), franchisors are required to provide prospective franchisees with a disclosure document, which must include a certificate, certifying that the disclosure document: (a) contains no untrue information, representations or statements; and (b) includes every material fact, financial statement, statement and other information required by law. If […]
The MWC is the world’s biggest trade show regarding mobile devices and communications, where the global leading companies show their latest developments. It has been held in Barcelona since 2006 and it is scheduled to continue until 2023. In the 2015 event there were more than 2.000 exhibitors and more than 90.000 visitors from all […]
