What are the obligations of a principal?
A principal must act both dutifully and in good faith [...]
What are the obligations of an agent?
Generally speaking, a commercial agent must look after the interests [...]
How do the Regulations affect me?
The Regulations are important to both principals and agents in [...]
What is the difference between being a sole, exclusive or non-exclusive agent?
A sole agency is when the principal is not able [...]
What is the difference between a commercial agency relationship and a franchise?
In a franchise relationship, the franchisee contracts on its own [...]
What is the difference between being a commercial agent and a distributor?
A commercial agent will have the authority of his principal [...]
When and to whom do the Regulations apply?
The Regulations apply to all commercial agents in Ireland, where [...]
What are the Commercial Agents (Council Directive 86/653/EEC) Regulations 1995 and 1997?
The Commercial Agents Directive (Council Directive 86/653/EEC), implemented in Ireland [...]
Am I a commercial agent and why does it matter?
In order to qualify as a commercial agent, you must: [...]
