Software licences and compliance with agreements: swift legal action

In a complex and time-sensitive commercial matter, a dispute arose concerning software licences and compliance with agreements that had been made. The opposing party relied on licensing objections and other arguments, whereas Rednose IT B.V.’s primary concern was that the agreements reached should be honoured. Ernst van Knobelsdorff, an intellectual property lawyer at RWV Advocaten, advised Rednose IT B.V. throughout the matter.

When it became clear that voluntary cooperation would not be forthcoming, swift and strategic action was required. Ernst distilled the matter to its legal core and, at the appropriate moment, opted to commence summary proceedings.

Focused on the Core Issue

“Ernst guided us exceptionally well through a complex and time-sensitive matter. As the discussion became increasingly drawn out by references to software licences and other objections, he remained focused on the core issue: ensuring that the agreements reached were honoured. He acted swiftly, opted for summary proceedings at the appropriate moment, and maintained a clear overview and firm control throughout the entire process. It was precisely that combination of decisiveness and focus that gave us great confidence.”

— Robert Wijnands, Rednose IT B.V.

Software Licences, Contracts and Compliance

In a commercial dispute concerning software licences and compliance with agreements, it is important to identify quickly what the matter is really about from a legal perspective. Disputes concerning licences, contractual interpretation and suspension of performance can make a matter more complex, while precisely in such circumstances swift action may be required.