Performance of sale contracts

This decision sheds important light on your property law rights. Here is what it changes for you.

The situation

The performance of international sale of goods contracts is governed, unless the parties have agreed otherwise, by the provisions of the Vienna Convention of 11 April 1980 on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods, irrespective of whether those transactions took place pursuant to an exclusive distribution agreement.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points to remember

• Comply strictly with statutory time limits for appeals
• Keep all your supporting documents (title deeds, instruments, correspondence)
• Anticipate: preventive advice always costs less than litigation

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