Reinier advises national and international companies
reinier.russell@russell.nl +31 20 301 55 55Russell Advocaten has extensive expertise in the sectors of retail and fashion. Our clients include international and national chain stores in the areas of fashion and luxury (food), and specialty stores. We also represent and advise international brands and importers. The brochure below gives you some information about our expertise and the services we offer.
The Dutch Senate approved of the Franchise Act on 30 June 2020. It is expected to take effect on 1 January 2021. What will change for franchisors and franchisees?
Manufacturers of luxury goods are allowed to prohibit retailers from offering the products for sale on websites such as amazon and eBay.
Because of the government measures against the coronavirus, tenants of retail and hospitality space have no or less income. Are they therefore entitled to a rent reduction? Sometimes they are, but often they are not. When are they entitled and when are they not?
Many companies do not have a works council, even though they should. When is it mandatory to establish one? What are the advantages of a works council? What are the consequences if your company does not have a works council?
Discrimination in the recruitment and hiring of new staff is not permitted. When do you, as an employer, discriminate during the application process, even unintentionally? And how can you prevent this, also if you use AI?
What should you bear in mind if you want to change the rent for your business premises? When are you allowed to adjust the price yourself? And in which cases do you have to go to court?
