Our lawyers have broad experience in providing legal assistance in both Polish and EU competition and consumer protection law. We are not only able to opine on the compliance of our clients’ activities with national and EU competition and anti-monopoly regulations, but also with respect to our clients’ use of standardized forms and agreements vis-a-vis consumer protection law. Our expertise includes the following services:
Preparing the required notification materials as a prerequisite to obtain government approval, including preliminary assessment if such notice is required | |
Analysis of distribution schemes in relation to competition law, including in particular dealership, franchising and distribution agreements | |
Representation before the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection | |
Assessment of commercial practices and promotions, including rebate schemes, in comparison to practices restricting competition and the abuse of a dominant position | |
Pursuing claims resulting from unfair competition | |
Review and management of standardized contractual forms to ensure compliance with applicable consumer protection regulations (consumer sale contracts, off-site contracts and distance contracts) | |
Product liability assessment and protection (guarantee, warranty, non-conformity and hazardous risks) | |
Review of marketing and promotion schemes to ensure compliance with antitrust and unfair competition regulations |