Contract, trade and consumer
Formation of contract, pre-contractual information, statutory warranty, the right of withdrawal and fair commercial practices towards customers and competitors.
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Acts
German Civil CodeBGB · The code carries the general law of obligations: formation of contract, standard terms, breach of performance, warranty on sale, consumer contracts with information duties and the right of withdrawal, damages and limitation..Act Against Unfair CompetitionUWG · The Act prohibits unfair commercial practices towards consumers and competitors, including misleading statements, withholding material information, aggressive practices and unreasonable nuisance advertising..
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