Hyväksymisvelvoitteet

Hyväksymisvelvoitteet, or acceptance obligations, refer to the legal responsibilities that arise when a person accepts goods or services. These obligations are governed by the Finnish Civil Code and are designed to ensure that the recipient of goods or services is aware of and accepts the associated risks and liabilities. The key principle is that the recipient of goods or services is deemed to have accepted them as they are, with all their defects and risks, unless they explicitly reject them.

The acceptance obligations come into play when the recipient of goods or services does not notify the supplier of any defects or issues within a reasonable time frame. This time frame is typically short, often just a few days, and is intended to give the supplier an opportunity to rectify any problems before the recipient becomes aware of them. If the recipient does not notify the supplier within this time frame, they are deemed to have accepted the goods or services as they are.

It is important to note that the acceptance obligations do not apply in all cases. For example, if the recipient is a professional buyer, such as a retailer or wholesaler, they may have a higher standard of care and may be held to a different standard of conduct. Additionally, the acceptance obligations may not apply if the goods or services are defective in a way that is obvious and cannot be reasonably overlooked.

In summary, hyväksymisvelvoitteet are a set of legal responsibilities that arise when a person accepts goods or services. These obligations are designed to ensure that the recipient is aware of and accepts the associated risks and liabilities, and come into play when the recipient does not notify the supplier of any defects or issues within a reasonable time frame. However, these obligations may not apply in all cases, depending on the specific circumstances of the transaction.