New Warranty Rules: Old Wine In New Bottles?

Two new directives are trying to shape Europe's warranty rules. Member States must apply the Digital Content Directive ("DCD") and the Sale of Goods Directive ("SGD") from 1 January 2022. Austria and several others already implemented the DCD and the SGD in 2021.

"SaaS-providers and web shop owners in particular might have to adapt their business models to the DCD and SGD."

Since the overall aim of these directives is to achieve a higher level of harmonisation, this brief summary will serve as a reminder for all our clients in CEE countries. SaaS-providers and web shop owners in particular might have to adapt their business models to the DCD and SGD.

The Sale of Goods Directive