#unenforceable

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Jun 24, 20213 min read

A common law adhesion standard

I wonder if these six points below sound familiar to any auctioneer in regard to their buyer registration terms and conditions (a.k.a....

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Dec 8, 20203 min read

Auctioneers and fine print

As an expert witness in auction cases, I’m seeing more and more fine print — particularly in auction terms and conditions. The thinking...

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Aug 1, 20163 min read

An auction where 2=1?

In contrast, we work in an environment of “customary practice” more than anything else. What we do — how we operate — our procedures —...

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Mar 20, 20104 min read

Can the auction bidder waive rights granted under state law?

State law in 49 of the 50 states in the United States dictates bidders may retract their bid at an auction anytime, for any reason, up...

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Mar 19, 20103 min read

Can the auction seller waive rights granted under state law?

State law in 49 of the 50 states in the United States dictates that items may be withdrawn prior to the start of the auction, no matter...