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WHAT ARE THE LEGAL ISSUES IN THE RETAIL SECTOR?

The economic sector of retail business has long been undergoing major changes. These changes first took the form of a slowdown in downtown areas to the advantage of shopping centres and then the decline of these shopping centres. The COVID-19 global pandemic has accelerated these changes. The rise of e-commerce has caused a reshuffling of the cards from which will emerge business threats and opportunities. Furthermore, this sector is among those most deeply impacted by the shortage of workers, forcing businesses to redefine themselves. Despite it all, according to a study sponsored by Retail Quebec, retail business contributed 6% of Quebec GDP in 2020, in addition to representing 11% of jobs. Thus, this sector is of the greatest importance.

In legal terms, all this means that many businesses are created each year while others must close or be sold. Managing risks requires knowing the different legal structures offered to entrepreneurs, such as franchising. It is also necessary to deal with a highly regulated legal environment, especially as concerns protecting consumers. For owners and managers, it is thus necessary to count on wise legal advice to survive the economic upheavals that characterize the industry.

DO I NEED A FORCE-LEGAL LAWYER?

WHY CHOOSE FORCE-LEGAL FOR YOUR LEGAL ASSISTANCE NEEDS IN THE RETAIL SALES SECTOR?

Force-Legal understands Quebec retailers face a range of complex legal problems daily/ Whether your business is grappling with a labour law problem, involved in commercial litigation or wishes to implement policies to prevent possible legal difficulties, Force-Legal offers you an entire range of customized legal services to meet your needs.

Our legal professionals stand ready to provide you with an in-depth understanding of the sector and help you make your way through the legal landscape with wise advice in order to deal proactively with the particular legal problems confronting you. Recognized for its resources and experience, Force-Legal can give you the help you need to handle various issues regarding the retail sales sector, including:

  • Acquisitions and divestments
  • Franchise agreements
  • Commercial leasing
  • Consumer protection
  • Language laws
  • Packaging and labelling
  • Regulatory compliance regarding zoning
  • Drafting commercial agreements
  • and more!

Whatever your area of activities, one of our lawyers can meet all of them. Contact us today!

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