EDITION #3 | JANUARY 2022
Retail update
EDITION #3 | JANUARY 2022
Retail update
Welcome to the Pannone Corporate retail law update, designed to bring you the latest news and legal developments relevant to the retail sector. If there are any areas you would like more information on or if you have any questions or feedback, please do not hesitate to let us know via our feedback form or get in touch with any member of our team.
01 Latest articles
Protecting your business from discrimination claims
During these stressful times for those working in the retail sector, disagreements and conflicts between staff that may amount to discriminatory conduct are becoming all the more common. This article sets out how employers can protect themselves from liability for the actions of its employees which are contrary to the values and ethos of the business.
My product is better than yours: the role of comparative advertising in a competitive world
Comparative advertising can capture your consumers’ attention: but with a complex legal regime of regulations, rules and case law, getting it wrong can result in potential penalties. So what are these rules and how do you ensure you ensure you stay on the right side of the line?
The year ahead for retail from a commercial property perspective
Given the continued uncertainty in the retail sector during these Covid stricken times, we look at the impact the pandemic is having on commercial property, including rent concessions; the Commercial Rent (Coronavirus) Bill; the effect of turnover rents; what next for shopping centres; and rent reviews.
Protecting your business from discrimination claims
During these stressful times for those working in the retail sector, disagreements and conflicts between staff that may amount to discriminatory conduct are becoming all the more common. This article sets out how employers can protect themselves from liability for the actions of its employees which are contrary to the values and ethos of the business.
My product is better than yours: the role of comparative advertising in a competitive world
Comparative advertising can capture your consumers’ attention but with a complex legal regime of regulations, rules and case law, getting it wrong can result in potential penalties. So what are these rules and how do you ensure you ensure you stay on the right side of the line?
The year ahead for retail from a commercial property perspective
Given the continued uncertainty in the retail sector during these Covid stricken times, we look at the impact the pandemic is having on commercial property, including rent concessions; the Commercial Rent (Coronavirus) Bill; the effect of turnover rents; what next for shopping centres; and rent reviews.
10 February 2022
‘How close is too close’ – practical advice for designers and buyers
This training is for in-house design and buying teams to help them assess risk and when a design of a product or garment is too close to that of another retailer or brand.
12 May 2022
HR Forum
Our regular update for employers and HR professionals.
Location: Innside, Manchester
03 News flash
Pannone Corporate has advised the founder of streetwear brand, HERA London, on the sale to Gymshark director and former chairman, Paul Richardson.
Launched in 2015 by its founder Ashley White, HERA London has become known for its iconic skinny jeans, oversized sweatshirts and loungewear, with the brand attracting celebrities including Hailey Bieber, Brooklyn Beckham and Sofia Richie. The business aims to grow into a £100 million label over the next three to five years.
04 Key contacts
Amy Chandler
Partner, Commercial Services
T: +44 (0) 161 393 9071 M: +44 (0) 7920 237674
Melanie McGuirk
Partner, Dispute Resolution
T: +44 (0) 161 393 9040 M: +44 (0) 7790 882567
Paul Jonson
Our quarterly retail update is designed to bring you the latest news and legal developments relevant to the retail sector. If there are any areas you would like more information on or if you have any questions or feedback, please do not hesitate to let us know via our feedback form or get in touch with any member of our team.
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