Benefit in Kind – Company Vehicle: A Stricter Evidentiary Framework? The provision of a vehicle by an employer for the benefit of employees, when it includes private use, constitutes a benefit in kind (BIK) subject to social security ... Read more about Company Vehicle in France – French labor Law
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The Architect’s Contract in France: Structure and Key Provisions
The Contrat de Maîtrise d’Œuvre (MOE) is a fundamental legal document governing the contractual relationship between the project owner (Maître d’Ouvrage - MOA) and the architect or engineering firm (Maître d’Œuvre - MOE). This agreement, ... Read more about The Architect’s Contract in France: Structure and Key Provisions
Filing a Lawsuit in France
The French Government recently specified the payment terms and scales for the economic justice contribution, a sum that must be paid in certain cases to bring proceedings before one of the economic activity tribunals (TAE). This obligation ... Read more about Filing a Lawsuit in France
Christmas Party 2024 in Monaco
I am truly honored and grateful for the invitation to this year’s Annual Christmas Celebration at the prestigious Hôtel de Paris in Monaco, organized by the Monaco Ambassador Club. A heartfelt thank you to our wonderful Monaco client and ... Read more about Christmas Party 2024 in Monaco
Remote Working from Abroad without Authorization: Grounds for Dismissal for Gross Misconduct
Employment Law in France. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, remote working has become a common practice. However, when it comes to working remotely from abroad, legal complexities arise. A recent judgment by the Paris labor court ... Read more about Remote Working from Abroad without Authorization: Grounds for Dismissal for Gross Misconduct
Construction issues in France, Côte d’Azur
As construction law specialists in France (and specially the Côte d'Azur), Alaris Avocats are the ideal choice for foreign clients who own homes in this magnificent region. We use our legal expertise to guide you through the complexities of ... Read more about Construction issues in France, Côte d’Azur
Alaris Law Firm Party in Paris, September 2024
A Memorable Evening at the Alaris Law Firm Party in Paris. On September 13th, 2024, Alaris hosted its much-anticipated annual law firm party, and this year's event was truly exceptional. We met in a winebar at 2. arrondissement in ... Read more about Alaris Law Firm Party in Paris, September 2024
Termination of Lease for Unpaid Rent during Observation Period
Conditions for Termination of Lease for Unpaid Rent during the Observation Period. In a recent ruling, the French Court of Cassation clarified the conditions for terminating a lease due to unpaid rent owed by a tenant undergoing ... Read more about Termination of Lease for Unpaid Rent during Observation Period
Understanding the Hidden Defects Warranty in France: The Prescription Period
Alaris Avocats, specialists in real estate law, aims to enlighten its clients on a crucial aspect of property acquisition: the hidden defects warranty and the significance of the deadline to act. When purchasing a property, the discovery ... Read more about Understanding the Hidden Defects Warranty in France: The Prescription Period
Commercial Agency Contracts in France
Insights from a Recent French Court Decision (Court of Cassation) In the ever-evolving landscape of international trade and commerce, the relationships between commercial agents and their principals have become a focal point for legal ... Read more about Commercial Agency Contracts in France
Health Pass in France – Labour law
The law establishing the French Health Pass and the vaccination obligation has been adopted on July 25th, 2021. We are now waiting for the decision of the Constitutional Council that will be rendered on August 5th 2021, which is a ... Read more about Health Pass in France – Labour law
Collective dismissal in France
French Labour Law. In the event of collective dismissal of employees for economic reasons, in certain circumstances it is necessary for the employer to prepare and present a social plan (PSE in French) to its employees, trade unions and ... Read more about Collective dismissal in France
English labor law & Extra hours France
Update: consequences related to the invalidity of the working time scheme in days (“convention de forfait jours”) For employees whose working hours cannot be predetermined and who have real autonomy in their organisation, the working ... Read more about English labor law & Extra hours France
Legal consequences after BREXIT
With Brexit, the United Kingdom (“UK”) becomes a third country to the European Union of which France is a part, and leaves its judicial area. Among the recurring questions, those related to the future of contracts concluded ... Read more about Legal consequences after BREXIT
The consequences of Brexit on employment law in France
Impacts of the Brexit on employment law matters should be anticipated. On December 24, 2020, a trade and cooperation agreement was reached with the United Kingdom. January 1, 2021 marked the end of the transition period (from February 1 ... Read more about The consequences of Brexit on employment law in France
Covid-19: Arbitration France ICC
ICC Guidance Note on Possible Measures Aimed at Mitigating the Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic On 9 April 2020, the ICC International Court of Arbitration released a guidance note outlining measures that can be taken to mitigate the ... Read more about Covid-19: Arbitration France ICC
Covid-19: Guide for construction companies in France
Health guidelines for construction companies in the covid-19 context In France the Health guidelines for ongoing construction activities during the COVID-19 coronavirus epidemic (Guide de préconisations de sécurité sanitaire pour la ... Read more about Covid-19: Guide for construction companies in France