Topic
Distribution Agreements
109 published works
Libation Law Blog
When Suppliers Walk Away from Inventory: What Alcohol Distributors Can Learn from Labatt USA v. Friends Beverage Group
Alcohol distributors know the scenario too well: a brand underperforms, the parties agree to unwind, and the supplier promises to “take care of” remaining inventory—until the calls stop, the warehouse…
Alcohol & Food Law
Understanding Franchise Laws: What Every Winery Should Know Before Signing a Distributor Agreement
For many wineries, partnering with a distributor is a necessary step to expand market reach. But before signing a distribution agreement, wineries must understand the legal framework that may govern…
The Korean Law Blog
Distribution Agreements in Korea: Crawl before you Walk
By Sean Hayes
Prior to going into any relationship with a distributor/agent in Korea, please read my post entitled: Finding a Korean Distributor: The Top 10 Things to Know Before Going to Bed with…
Libation Law Blog
Eighth Circuit Strengthens Franchise Rights for Distributors
Beverage distributors just gained major ground under the Missouri Franchise Act (MFA), thanks to a new opinion from the Eighth Circuit. In Pinnacle Imports, LLC v. Share A Splash Wine…
Libation Law Blog
Navigating Supplier Relationships: Lessons From a Recent Decision on Wholesaler Agreements
A recent court decision [link to decision] involving a prominent Connecticut wholesaler and one of the nation’s largest suppliers provides a stark reminder of the challenges distributors face when navigating…
Libation Law Blog
JRC Beverage, Inc. v. K.P. Global, Inc.: A Milestone in Protecting Wholesalers under Alcoholic Beverage Control Law §55-c
In a landmark decision, the New York Appellate Division, Second Department, has reinforced the expansive protections afforded to beer wholesalers under Alcoholic Beverage Control Law (ABCL) §55-c. The ruling in…
Libation Law Blog
Convoyed Damages and Consequential Losses For Distributors In Suits Against Suppliers: Lessons from American Northwest Distributors v. Four Roses
When a supplier pulls the plug on a distribution relationship, it doesn’t just hit the bottom line for the supplier’s products. Often, there’s a ripple effect—other brands in the distributor’s…
ContractsProf Blog
California Court Rules That a Distribution Agreement Cannot Be Constructively Terminated
I realized that I was taking myself far too seriously when I gave a post a ❤️ on Facebook but then later decided that was too much and changed it…
ContractsProf Blog
California District Court Grants Preliminary Injunction to Pepperidge Farm Distributor
This case illustrates what happens when COVID-19 and the need for ready access to Pepperidge Farm Goldfish crackers collide. Train wreck. You can't look away. Pepperidge Farm's behavior in this…
China Law Blog
Managing China Distribution: Best Practices for Protecting Your Interests
By Dan Harris
China Distributor Relationships Make Sense, Especially Now My law firm’s China lawyers have drafted more China product distribution agreements in the last three years than in the ten years prior.…