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On your marks... the London Olympics legal toolkit
Eversheds outlines how retailers can take full advantage of the forthcoming London 2012 Olympics and ensure business is not disrupted. Areas covered include opening hours; temporary lets; access to services; insurance; the supply chain; signage, displays and products; and managing staff.
Law Firm: Eversheds | Published: 14 May 2012 | Practice Area: Sale and Supply of Goods and Services
India’s single brand retail policy - an update
On 10th April 2012, India's Ministry of Commerce and Industry released a circular with the updated Foreign Direct Investment Policy. Although the contents of the last press note were replicated, this update from Field Fisher Waterhouse outlines how in practice things have changed.
Law Firm: Field Fisher Waterhouse | Published: 26 April 2012 | Practice Area: Agency, Distribution and Franchising
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Cutting the red tape: China amends rules governing commercial franchising
China's Ministry of Commerce has issued important new legislation in relation to record filing and information disclosure about commercial franchises. Eversheds detail how retailers who intend to expand their business in China by adopting a commercial franchising model will be affected.
Law Firm: Eversheds | Published: 24 April 2012 | Practice Area: Agency, Distribution and Franchising
China's new franchise filing and disclosure rules - a tighter environment?
In December 2011, China's Ministry of Commerce released the amended rules governing the franchisor filing process and in February 2012, the Ministry released amended rules governing the franchise disclosure requirements. DLA Piper outline whether the changes mean a tighter regulatory environment.
Law Firm: DLA Piper | Published: 22 March 2012 | Practice Area: Agency, Distribution and Franchising
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A brief introduction to franchising your business
Franchising a business presents much opportunity but there are associated reputational, financial and legal risks which must be weighed carefully against the potential upside. In this brief introduction, FFW outline franchise law, franchising a business model and the importance of confidentiality.
Law Firm: Field Fisher Waterhouse | Published: 14 March 2012 | Practice Area: Agency, Distribution and Franchising
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Dealing with suppliers and customers in financial crisis - causes and solutions
In the current economic climate, many businesses are concerned about the commercial viability of their customers/suppliers and the impact that a corporate failure may have. This briefing identifies the issues and provides a series of action points for a wide range of customer/supplier problems.
Law Firm: Nabarro | Published: 15 February 2012 | Practice Area: Sale and Supply of Goods and Services
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Go East, young man: a guide to franchising in China
Despite a number of legal uncertainties and the inherent challenges of operating a business in China, international franchisors are realising that if they delay moving into China, they are leaving the market wide open to local competitors. This guide summarises the key franchise regulations.
Law Firm: DLA Piper | Published: 13 February 2012 | Practice Area: Agency, Distribution and Franchising
New land of opportunity? A guide to China's revised franchise filing rules
The Chinese Ministry of Commerce's revised Administrative Rules on Commercial Franchise Filing entered into effect on 1 February 2012. In addition to providing an introduction to franchising in China, DLA Piper outline the Rules' key changes that all foreign franchisors should be aware of.
Law Firm: DLA Piper | Published: 09 February 2012 | Practice Area: Agency, Distribution and Franchising
A brief guide to franchising
Franchising in the UK is now a £12.4 billion industry and its popularity as a business model continues to grow. This briefing looks at some of the factors which have driven this expansion and discusses some of the commonly-asked questions about the legal aspects of franchising.
Law Firm: Travers Smith | Published: 30 September 2011 | Practice Area: Agency, Distribution and Franchising
Commercial exclusivity in the Emirates: an overview of UAE agency law
A study of UAE agency law and how it impacts on many different aspects of commercial life. Amongst the topics covered are exclusivity, nationality, registration, Forms of Agreement, termination, compensation, imports, the Commercial Agencies Committee and the Jurisdiction of the UAE Courts.
Law Firm: Habib Al Mulla & Company | Published: 10 August 2011 | Practice Area: Agency, Distribution and Franchising
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