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Landmark Win for Retailers: Tribunal Rules Against Deckers’ Anti-Competitive Sales Practices in Up & Running v Deckers

In a pivotal judgment for retail independence, the Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) found in favour of Up & Running (UK) Limited (“Up & Running”) in its claim against Deckers UK Limited (“Deckers”), the distributor of HOKA-branded running shoes. TupperS Law proudly supported the litigant, who was present in the CAT in person to argue his position - an unusual occurrence. The case serves to set important precedents for the legality of restrictive practices in selective distribution and online sales. It says equally important things about access to justice.
Case Studies
18 December 2024

The decision provides clear guidance for brand owners, particularly regarding how far they can control the sales practices of retail partners without infringing competition law. The Tribunal’s findings emphasized that the selective distribution model employed by Deckers crossed the line, impeding competition and restraining the freedom of retailers.

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