Commercial law
From procurement and distribution to product liability.
Fritz & Mark Legal advises and supports companies at every stage of the procurement and distribution of goods and services, including issues related to product liability.
Both the legal requirements imposed on the products and services themselves and the regulatory framework governing distribution structures and their design are becoming increasingly complex—not least as a result of the increasing interplay with EU law—even in purely domestic trade. We support you with our many years of experience at every stage of the distribution chain. With our international network of specialized attorneys, we are also able to provide optimal legal support for cross-border trade and international services.
Our attorneys have extensive experience in negotiating complex supply and procurement contracts across a wide range of industries and can also draft your contracts and terms and conditions. In the event of a dispute, we represent your interests both in and out of court, as well as in proceedings before national courts or national and international arbitration tribunals.
In the area of product compliance and product liability, we analyze product-specific regulatory requirements and advise our clients on the design and approval of products and services. In addition, we assist in establishing effective quality assurance systems, guide clients through the necessary steps in the event of a product liability claim, and provide support in asserting and defending against claims for damages and recourse.
Our Services
- Drafting of supply, distribution, and purchasing agreements (domestic and international)
- Distribution antitrust law
- Drafting and review of general terms and conditions and quality assurance agreements
- Authorized dealer and commercial agent agreements, as well as other specific distribution agreements
- E-commerce and digital distribution
- Advice on the design of distribution structures
- Franchising and franchise systems
- Employee training / in-house seminars
- Advice on product approval and marketability, particularly product compliance and labeling requirements (e.g., CE marking)
- Product safety: Consulting on product complaints and recalls, representation before regulatory authorities
- Product liability: Defense against liability claims and enforcement of recourse claims
- Out-of-court and in-court representation in the event of a dispute
