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Social media and the law: 6 things you need to know
The world of social media can often seem like the wild west of the internet. Everyone has simple access to an audience and can share anything they wish. In a matter of minutes, a post can go viral, spreading a message or causing damage to a brand's reputation. While...
Secrets of success in manufacturing agreements
Relationships with manufacturers can become the backbone of your business in the long term, which is why it is important to have legal agreements in place that will grow with these relationships. ‘Before any contract conversations even begin, you need to have a clear...
Understanding whether the force may be with you
‘May the force be with you’ is usually the concern of Jedi knights heading to battle in Star Wars, rather than something that company directors look for. But for those companies looking to claim that the coronavirus pandemic has given rise to circumstances beyond...
Companies must be on track for Covid-safe workplace
Companies anticipating a return to the workplace in June, if the Government’s route map stays on track, should be planning how to protect workers and customers once the country is released from the current Covid-related restrictions. Although the Government may...
Mind the risk gap – best practice when using subcontractors
Our commercial solicitor Jon Dunkley details how you can effectively use subcontractors without increasing your risks. Whether you are planning on using subcontractors for a one-off project or on a long-term basis, there are several steps you can take to safeguard...
The key legal issues to take you from startup to scale up
Our commercial solicitors explain the key legal issues you need to deal with to scale up your business. Starting any new business comes with a steep learning curve, especially as a founder when you often find yourself wearing all the management hats. This is why it is...
Sunak empties his purse for a pandemic-beating budget
Coronavirus lockdown keeps chancellor’s attention on the short term, with the promise of jabs securing jobs for an upturn next year. The impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the UK’s economic agenda dominated the Chancellor’s 2021 Budget Statement, with support for...
What Brexit means for your commercial contracts.
Update your commercial contracts for the post-Brexit regime. Commercial Law expert Jon Dunkley explains how an assessment of your contracts can help you implement any changes arising from Brexit. While certain changes are already in place as a result of Brexit, we...
Critical reporting for company relocations during pandemic
A complex court case over conflicting dispute resolution provisions has highlighted a simple, but vital, takeaway on the importance of corporate reporting requirements for all UK registered companies, as the pandemic sees offices unattended or subject to permanent...
Is an MBO or MBI a good move for your business?
Is your business ripe for more growth? Do you have the team that can take your business to the next level? Or do you want to take a step back and reap some of the rewards of your efforts? If continuity is important to you, then a management buy-out (MBO) or a...
