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Termination before the end of the contract: what damages are compensable? Calculation (margin, avoided costs), penalty clauses.
Find out how economic dependence influences notice periods and compensation in the event of sudden termination (Article L442-1).
A sales agent cannot represent a competitor without the principal's consent. Our advice on how to protect your interests and how to react.
Unreasonable resistance by the debtor: when to claim damages, under what conditions, with what evidence, and before which judge.
Discover the implications of the December 3, 2025 ruling on sudden termination when the relationship is punctuated by calls for tenders.
The French Supreme Court reiterates that a guarantee granted by a French LLC (SA) without authorization is not enforceable, even if subsequently ratified.
All the keys to demonstrate that your commercial partner abruptly terminated your relationship + checklist of documents to produce before French courts.
Has your commercial partner committed serious misconduct? Discover the French legal criteria to terminate your commercial relationship without notice.
Learn why gross negligence doesn’t bar employers from claiming compensation for commercial losses caused by defective products.
Learn about recent French case law on mandatory deadlines for appeal respondent and practical implications before remand courts.
French Supreme Court clarifies time limits for hidden defects: all what you need to know about the 2-year statute of limitations and 20-year long-stop.
French Supreme Court rules that sudden break claims outside the EU are tort-based, allowing French courts jurisdiction over international disputes.
A poorly prepared application under Article 145 in France may be withdrawn, thereby depriving you of evidence demonstrating unfair competition.
The Court of Cassation clarifies the conditions governing actions brought by the representative of the body of bondholders.
In a ruling dated 25 September 2025, the Court of Cassation ruled out the application of Article 750-1 of the Code of Civil Procedure for payment orders.
Conditions, stages and time limits to obtain a payment order in France. A practical guide updated in line with the Decree of 16 February 2026.
Payment orders, interim relief proceedings, and summonses to appear in court: find out about debt recovery procedures for businesses in France.
A practical guide to calculate compensation under French law for the brutal termination of established commercial relationships.
Remedies, time limits, and grounds for challenging an order based on Article 145 CPC (withdrawal, appeal, proportionality, trade secrets).
Obtaining an investigative measure prior to any trial in France (Art. 145 CPC): conditions, jurisdiction, limitations, and advice (+ check-list).
