New rules in B2B relationships
This web page is dedicated to the Belgian law of 4 April 2019 introducing three new sets of rules for business-to-business (B2B) operators:
(1) unfair market practices in B2B relationships,
(2) abuse of economic dependence, and
(3) prohibited clauses in B2B contracts.
Navigate this website to learn more about this new B2B legislation and the changes it brings or contact our dedicated team for any further questions you may have.
RELATED ARTICLES
In addition to general information on this new legislation, below you can find articles that focus on the impact that the new legislation will have on key contracts that are important for our clients.
Impact of the B2B law on real estate contracts
How will the B2B Law affect distribution and services agreements?
How will the B2B law affect general terms and conditions?
B2B prohibition of unfair clauses creates legal uncertainty for M&A practice
New rules on B2B contracts in Belgium – are you ready?
New Belgian rules on economic dependence
Rules banning abuse of economic dependence enter into force
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