Does Your Small Business Comply With UK GDPR? Key Points Every UK business that handles personal data, including customer records, employee files, and marketing lists, must comply with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, regardless of size. There is no...
Do You Need A Shareholders' Agreement For Your Business? Key Points A shareholders' agreement is a private contract between a company's shareholders. Unlike the Articles of Association, it does not need to be filed at Companies House, and its contents remain confidential to...
The Arbitration Act 2025 and Business Dispute Resolution Key Points The Arbitration Act 2025 came into force on 1 August 2025, amending the Arbitration Act 1996 for all arbitrations commenced on or after that date. Arbitrators now have an express statutory power to dismiss...
Late Unfair Prejudice Petitions And Minority Shareholders Key Points In THG Plc v Zedra Trust Company (Jersey) Ltd [2026] UKSC 6, the Supreme Court held by a majority of four to one that no statutory limitation period applies to unfair prejudice petitions under section 994 of...
Excluding Loss of Profit in Commercial Contracts Key Points A well-drafted clause excluding loss of profit can prevent one party from recovering lost profits, but courts apply the language's natural and ordinary meaning, making precision in drafting essential. In EE Ltd v...
What Is AI Washing And How Can I Protect My Innovations And Business? Key Points AI washing, the practice of exaggerating or misrepresenting the capabilities of an artificial intelligence system, can expose developers and sellers to regulatory enforcement, contractual...
A Complete Guide To Risk Management “The risks you do not see are often the ones that hurt the most” Summary Start risk management at the concept stage and continue it throughout the project, rather than treating it as a one-off pre-launch checklist. Use structured methods...
A Complete Guide To Avoiding Contract Disputes Five-Point Summary Contract disputes are the leading cause of commercial litigation in the UK, with around 70% of SMEs having faced them. The financial impact goes well beyond legal fees: businesses can include wasted management...
What Does An SRA Virtual Complaints Manager Do? Summary Law firms must have a clear, free-of-charge, first-tier complaints procedure that meets SRA Standards and Regulations, including prompt, fair handling and proper signposting to the Legal Ombudsman. The Legal...
Everything You Need To Know About A Virtual In-House Counsel Service Summary Virtual in-house legal counsel for small businesses offers ongoing legal advice from a dedicated solicitor on a part-time or retainer basis, rather than sporadic hourly billing. Traditional law...
A Legal Guide To International Franchising Summary International franchising relies on strong brand and know-how protection supported by a comprehensive agreement. Strategic choices on governing law and dispute resolution determine how rights can be enforced overseas....
Company Directors Must Comply With Confidentiality Agreements Warning For Company Directors Misusing Confidential Information Summary Confidentiality Agreements set clear rules for handling sensitive commercial information in corporate transactions. A recent High Court...
Kulkarni v Gwent Holdings Ltd - Can A Repudiatory Breach of Contract Be Remedied? Summary The Court of Appeal in Kulkarni v Gwent Holdings Ltd [2025] EWCA Civ 1206 held that a repudiatory breach of contract is not automatically incapable of remedy. Whether a breach can be...
Four Oaks Legal Services Acquired by 43Legal to Expand Legal Offering Across the Midlands We are pleased to announce that Four Oaks Legal Services has been acquired by 43Legal, a leading Solihull-based law firm known for its proactive,...
Restrictive Covenants In Franchise Agreements Summary Franchise agreements often contain restrictive covenants that limit what a franchisee can do during and after the contract. Buyers are sometimes unaware that, due to restrictive covenants...
How To Recognise A Business In Financial Distress Summary The UK is experiencing zero economic growth and a sustained rise in company insolvencies, with nearly 2,238 registered in May 2025, which is higher than previous months and years. Businesses are facing challenges due to...
An Agreement Made On WhatsApp Can Be Legally Binding Summary The High Court in Jaevee Homes Ltd v Fincham [2025] EWHC 942 (TCC) confirmed that WhatsApp messages between a property developer and a contractor created a binding contract. Scope of works, price, and payment terms...
How A Legal Risk And Compliance Audit Works Summary A legal risk and compliance audit identifies weaknesses in your company’s legal and operational systems before they cause real problems or disputes. The process includes a review of contracts, governance, HR policies, data...
What is the Difference Between 'Lawyer' and 'Solicitor' in England and Wales? Summary In England and Wales, ‘lawyer’ is not a protected title and can be used by anyone, qualified or not. Only certain legal titles are protected by law, including...
What Is AI Model Risk Management? Summary AI Model Risk Management is essential for organisations looking to integrate AI into existing processes or build bespoke machine learning systems. AI Model Risk Management will ensure transparency and regulatory/ethical compliance. It...
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A Complete Guide To Risk Management “The...
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