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New Experiences, New Retail Opportunities

George Evans George W. Evans from  Goulston & Storrs  on 
Despite the rise of e-commerce and omni-channel distribution and the demise of brick-and-mortar, 85% of sales are still made in physical stores, and these will continue to be at the core of retailers’ efforts to enhance their brands and drive sales.

Looking Inside the Mind of a Gen Z Shopper

Andrew J. Ferren Andrew J. Ferren from  Goulston & Storrs  on 
Although one might assume that having grown up in a world of technology, Gen Z consumers prefer exercising their buying power online, Gen Z buyers surprisingly prefer shopping in brick-and-mortar stores.

Old and New VAT Obligations for "Call-Off Stocks" Between Italy and Germany

Federico Rossi Federico Rossi from  Studio Rossi-Gerosa Commercialisti Associati  on 
Companies often need to deliver goods to their customers based in UE and adopt different solutions, one of the most widely used is the "call of stock".

Surprises For International Retailers Coming to the USA

Matthew E. Epstein Matthew E. Epstein from  Goulston & Storrs  on 
Successful international retailers are aware of this potentially lucrative avenue to increase revenues. Frequently, international retailers encounter operational requirements which differ drastically from their home turf.

America’s Next Top (Business) Model? Evaluating Fashion’s Big Experiment

Yareni Sanchez Yareni Sanchez from  Goulston & Storrs  on 
Last year, scores of top fashion designers defied convention by abandoning traditional shipping schedules, and moved to a system allowing the ability to give the “insta-generation” instant retail gratification.

Artificial Intelligence in Brick and Mortar Retail

Cary Kadlecek Cary Kadlecek from  Goulston & Storrs  on 
Headlines about brick and mortar retail tend to be dominated by how these establishments are in decline. Fortunately, their demise is not preordained since tools from the online retail universe may also help them succeed.

Retailers Grow Successfully by Introducing New Brands

James A. Shipe James A. Shipe from  Goulston & Storrs  on 
As fashion retailers across the country jostle for market share in an ever-changing and ever-competitive marketplace, some retailers are trying to improve their bottom lines.

Forging a Legal Firewall: Recent Decisions May Shield Retailers from ADA-Based Website Inaccessibility Claims

Jennifer Furey Jennifer Furey from  Goulston & Storrs  on 
Where websites and mobile applications serve as extensions of brick-and-mortar stores, some courts have held that retailers are responsible for accommodating disabled consumers on their online platforms.

Boutique Retail Hotels: Introducing The New Meaning Of “In Room” Shopping

Melissa Rivers Melissa Rivers from  Goulston & Storrs  on 
In this ever changing world, retailers are continuing to invent new ways to highlight their products, provide customers with an interactive experience and to stay competitive.

Class Action Lawsuits on the Rise under New Jersey’s Consumer Protection Laws – Which Retailers Will Be Targeted Next?

Thuy-Dien Bui Thuy-Dien Bui from  Goulston & Storrs  on 
Does your retail business conduct sales online? For most retailers today, the answer is likely yes. This means that the recent surge of class action lawsuits against merchants merits your attention.

The Liability of the Directors of Government-held Companies Under Italian Law

Marco Catalano Marco Catalano from  Studio Irrera  on 
The jurisdiction over liability actions of directors of Government-held Companies was one of the most debated in Italy, being not clear if they are subject to the ordinary or to the Court of auditors jurisdiction.

Supreme Court Says ‘Give Me a ©’ to the Fashion Industry

Andrew O'Connor Andrew O'Connor from  Goulston & Storrs  on 
A recent U.S. Supreme Court copyright decision analyzing cheerleader uniforms may have a profound impact on retailers, and on the fashion industry in particular.

End Of An Era Or Simply a Moment In Time?

Matthew E. Epstein Matthew E. Epstein from  Goulston & Storrs  on 
What conclusions can we draw from the increasing vacancy rates in prime NYC retail real estate? Something we’ve seen many times before, only to be followed by the climb in rents to stratospheric levels?
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