Vehicle rental: what to do when nothing goes as planned?

Civil law, Competition & Consumer Law

Estimated reading time (in minutes) Vehicle rental  You wish to rent a vehicle. Nothing goes as planned! Maître DAMY Grégory, lawyer in Nice and Luxembourg, informs you of your rights . Vehicle rental companies have experienced significant growth in recent...

Renouncing an inheritance: what are the consequences?

Civil law, Family law

Estimated reading time (in minutes) The Court of Cassation recently provided details on the transmission of the renounced inheritance. According to the court judgment, if the estate was opened after January 1, 2007, an heir who renounces his share will pass it on to...

Holographic wills

Civil law, Family law

Estimated reading time (in minutes) Holograph Wills  By understanding the essential requirements and following recommended practices, individuals can ensure the validity and enforceability of their holograph wills . Seeking advice from a legal professional when...

Classification and Penalties

Civil law

Estimated reading time (in minutes) Classification and Penalties In a significant judgment dated April 10, 2013, the Court of Cassation clarified that the mere publication of insults on social networks is not sufficient to constitute the offense of public insult. This...

Carpooling and Competition

Civil law, Civil law, Non classifié(e)

Estimated reading time (in minutes) Carpooling and Competition, as ruled by the Court of Cassation on March 12, 2013, is considered legal and does not constitute unfair competition against a public transport company, provided certain conditions are met. Specifically,...

Partial refund

Civil law, Civil law

Estimated reading time (in minutes) Abusive Clause An abusive clause refers to a contractual provision that unfairly favors one party at the expense of the other, creating a significant imbalance in their rights and obligations. These clauses are considered unfair and...