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Case: Protected a metal products manufacturer from a lawsuit for UAH 450,000

Commercial law
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Service: Representation in Commercial Disputes

Client’s Situation

A client, a manufacturer of metal products, approached Prikhodko & Partners Law Firm after a counterparty filed a claim against the company in a commercial court.

The buyer alleged that the delivered goods were defective and did not meet the declared specifications.

As a result, the claimant sought compensation of UAH 450,000 in damages from our client.

At first glance, this appeared to be a typical product quality dispute.

However, the situation was complicated by the fact that:

  • the amount of the claim was UAH 450,000;
  • the claimant relied on internal reports and its own conclusions regarding product quality;
  • there was a risk not only of financial losses but also of reputational damage to the manufacturer;
  • the dispute required a detailed analysis of technical documentation and the goods acceptance procedure.

That is why the client sought professional legal representation to protect its interests in court.

What Did We Do?

1. Analysed the Contract and Case Materials

  1. Reviewed the contractual relationship between the parties;
  2. examined the claim and supporting evidence;
  3. verified the delivery and acceptance procedures for the products;
  4. developed a defence strategy.

This allowed us to identify weaknesses in the claimant’s position and prepare an effective legal defence.

2. Examined the Goods Acceptance Procedure

We established that the buyer had violated the procedure for recording alleged defects in the products.

In particular, the buyer:

  • failed to comply with the contractual requirements;
  • did not ensure a proper inspection procedure for the goods;
  • did not notify the manufacturer of the alleged defects in the manner prescribed by the contract.

3. Challenged the Claimant’s Insufficient Evidence

Special attention was paid to the analysis of the documents relied upon by the buyer.

We proved that:

  • the reports had been prepared unilaterally;
  • the manufacturer’s representative was not involved in their preparation;
  • no independent expert examination had been conducted;
  • such documents could not serve as reliable evidence of product defects.

4. Confirmed the Proper Quality of the Metal Products

To protect the client’s interests, we submitted to the court:

  • technical documentation for the products;
  • quality certificates;
  • documents confirming compliance with applicable standards;
  • evidence demonstrating the manufacturer’s proper performance of its obligations.

5. Represented the Client in Court

We:

  • prepared procedural documents;
  • built a comprehensive body of evidence;
  • provided legal substantiation of the client’s position;
  • successfully defended the manufacturer’s interests during the proceedings.

Result

  • The claim was dismissed in full
  • The manufacturer avoided losses amounting to UAH 450,000
  • The allegations regarding product defects were found to be unsubstantiated
  • The client’s financial interests were protected
  • The manufacturer’s business reputation was preserved

The court agreed with our arguments and recognised the claimant’s demands as unfounded.

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Key Takeaways from This Case

  • Product quality disputes require properly documented evidence

Unilateral reports and a buyer’s internal documents are not always considered sufficient evidence in court.

  • The goods acceptance procedure is critically important

Failure to comply with the procedure for documenting defects often deprives a buyer of the ability to successfully prove its claims.

  • Technical documentation can become key evidence

Quality certificates and supporting documentation help demonstrate that the manufacturer properly fulfilled its obligations.

Professional Legal Defence Helps Avoid Significant Losses

Commercial disputes require a comprehensive analysis of contracts, documents, and court practice. A well-developed defence strategy can protect business interests even in complex cases.

This case demonstrates that unfounded claims regarding product quality can be successfully challenged in court. Thanks to the work of our team, the manufacturer of metal products avoided losses of UAH 450,000 and preserved its business reputation. To have your situation analysed, please fill out the form below.

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