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A guide to unfair terms in consumer contracts
This guide explains why the OFT considers that certain kinds of standard terms used in contracts with consumers have the potential for unfairness under the Unfair Terms in Consumer Contracts Regulations 1999. Additionally, the guide explains the basis on which the OFT is likely to take action.
Law Firm: Office of Fair Trading | Published: 17 May 2012 | Practice Area: Boilerplate
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Discount danger: how some price promotions are in breach of Government legislation
This briefing provides examples of promotional practices which go against Government guidance. Additionally, Shoosmiths uses the BIS Pricing Practices Guidance to outline some of the rules retailers should follow to avoid misleading consumers with their promotional campaigns.
Law Firm: Shoosmiths | Published: 16 May 2012 | Practice Area: Sale and Supply of Goods and Services
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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
Avoiding ambiguity: top ten contract drafting tips
The recent Abu Qatada deportation case provides a useful reminder of the ambiguities inherent in many commonly-used expressions of time in legal documents. This briefing from Travers Smith offers 10 tips for avoiding an argument over the drafting of expressions of time in commercial contracts.
Law Firm: Travers Smith | Published: 02 May 2012 | Practice Area: Boilerplate
Rating: 32 people found this useful
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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Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive 2011: have you analysed your products?
To comply with RoHS, producers need to analyse components and materials used in their products to ensure that the relevant prescribed levels of restricted substances are not exceeded. This briefing looks at the revised directive, including the draft regulations and Government consultation.
Law Firm: Shoosmiths | Published: 26 April 2012 | Practice Area: Hazardous waste
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The Sale of Goods Act explained - a guide for retail businesses
This guide from the Office of Fair Trading provides comprehensive guidance on the Sale of Goods Act for retailers and their staff. It gives detailed information to help retailers understand their customers' rights and to deal with customer complaints, refunds and returns.
Law Firm: Office of Fair Trading | Published: 25 April 2012 | Practice Area: Sale and Supply of Goods and Services
Rating: 8 people found this useful
Harmonising Europe's consumer law - a review of the changes
In 2008, the European Commission set about consolidating and harmonising all relevant consumer rights legislation. In this briefing, Wragge & Co's retail regulatory team examine the details of the new legislative changes and their impact for retailers operating in the UK and internationally.
Law Firm: Wragge & Co | Published: 25 April 2012 | Practice Area: Sale and Supply of Goods and Services
Rating: 5 people found this useful
Distance Selling Regulations explained - everything retailers need to know
Aimed at retailers and their staff, this comprehensive guide explains the Distance Selling regulations that affect buying and selling goods and services via the internet, by phone or by mail order and electronic means such as the internet, email, interactive TV or phone texting.
Law Firm: Office of Fair Trading | Published: 18 April 2012 | Practice Area: Sale and Supply of Goods and Services
Rating: 7 people found this useful
Too good to be true? OFT clamps down on misleading promotional offers
The risk in adopting deal-led sales strategies was recently highlighted by the Office of Fair Trading in its action against the website, Groupon. Wragge & Co's brand and advertising team provide an overview of the case and points for retailers to consider in planning future campaigns.
Law Firm: Wragge & Co | Published: 11 April 2012 | Practice Area: Advertising and Marketing
Rating: 3 people found this useful
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